diphyes

[dɪˈfaɪiːz]

Definitions

1. noun

A pair of identical twins, especially one that is no longer living.

“The family’s diphyes were remembered in a special ceremony.”

2. noun

A pair of similar but not identical twins, especially those that are deceased.

“The ancient Greek philosopher studied the diphyes of famous pairs of twins.”

Synonyms

  • biological duplicates
  • twins

Antonyms

  • single birth
  • unique individual