dioicous

/daɪˈɔɪɪkəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing two kinds of spores, one male and one female.

“The dioicous fern was a fascinating discovery for the botanists.”

2. adjective

Having male and female reproductive parts on separate plants.

“The dioicous plants in the forest were an interesting topic for the study.”

Synonyms

  • dioecious

Antonyms

  • monoecious
  • monoicous