Gonochorismal

/ɡoʊnəˈkɔrɪzməl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by gonochorism; describing organisms with separate, distinct sexes.

Etymology

Adjective form of gonochorism, adding '-al' to create the descriptive form used throughout biology to classify reproductive systems.

Kelly Says

Most animals you know are gonochorismal—but the word reminds us that being male or female as two separate things is just one strategy life invented.

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