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BILATERALLY SYMMETRICAL

(adj., adj.sat)

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There are 2 meanings of the phrase Bilaterally Symmetrical.

Bilaterally Symmetrical - as an adjective

Capable of division into symmetrical halves by only one longitudinal plane passing through the axis

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
zygomorphic33zygomorphous32

Bilaterally Symmetrical - as an adjective satellite

Having identical parts on each side of an axis

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bilateral11bilaterally symmetricisobilateral14

Example Sentences

"Humans have a bilaterally symmetrical body plan, with the right and left sides being mirror images."
"The wings of butterflies exhibit bilaterally symmetrical patterns."
"Most animals belonging to the phylum Arthropoda have bilaterally symmetrical bodies."
"The facial features of many primates, such as monkeys and apes, are bilaterally symmetrical."
"Certain species of fish display bilaterally symmetrical coloration patterns to blend with their environment."
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