Amphisbaenic

/ˌæmfɪzˈbiːnɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of or pertaining to amphisbaenas, or moving in both directions with equal ease like an amphisbaena.

Etymology

From 'amphisbaena' + the suffix '-ic' meaning 'relating to', used in scientific and descriptive contexts.

Kelly Says

The term 'amphisbaenic' has entered general language to describe anything that can work equally well in two directions, like some tools or concepts that are truly reversible.

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