Biflabellate

/baɪflæˈbɛleɪt/ adjective

Definition

Having two fan-shaped lobes or structures; shaped like two fans joined together.

Etymology

From Latin 'bi-' (two) plus 'flabellum' (fan), with the suffix '-ate' (having). The term is used in botany and zoology to describe fan-shaped appendages or structures.

Kelly Says

In nature, 'biflabellate' structures create interesting symmetries—some ferns and sea creatures have these beautiful two-fan shapes that are both structurally elegant and functionally efficient.

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