zygomorphic

/ˈzaɪgəˌmɔrfɪk/
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Definitions of zygomorphic
  1. adjective
    capable of division into symmetrical halves by only one longitudinal plane passing through the axis
    synonyms: bilaterally symmetrical, zygomorphous
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    antonyms:
    actinomorphic
    capable of division into symmetrical halves by any longitudinal plane passing through the axis
    actinoid
    having a radial form
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