adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Having two principal ribs running longitudinally, as in a leaf. not-comparable

   "bicostate at the base"

2. 2
   having two ribs not-comparable
3. 3
   having two lines not-comparable

   "bicalcarate insects"

Etymology

From bi- + costate.

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