subseptate

/ˌsʌbsɛpteɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to divide or separate into two distinct parts or regions

“The anatomist carefully subseptated the heart to study its inner structures.”

2. adjective

divided or separated into two distinct parts or regions

“The subseptate septum is a common feature in some species of fish.”

3. adjective

having a septum that is divided or separated into two distinct parts or regions

“The subseptate uterus is a rare condition affecting some women.”

Synonyms

  • dichotomize
  • divide
  • separate

Antonyms

  • fuse
  • merge
  • unite