Bipedality

/ˌbaɪpiˈdælɪti/ noun

Definition

The quality or condition of being bipedal; the characteristic of having or using two legs for movement and support.

Etymology

From bipedal + -ity (noun suffix indicating a state or quality). This abstract noun form allows for discussing bipedalism as a characteristic property.

Kelly Says

Bipedality changed human evolution so dramatically that some scientists think it's the single most important adaptation in our species' history!

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