gynandrous Meaning & Definition
What Does Gynandrous Mean?
As an adjective, gynandrous means Having stamens and pistils together in a column. It is also used to mean Exhibiting characteristics of both femininity and masculinity. Denotational synonym and connotational antonym of androgynous.
Gynandrous Definition (Adjective)
- Having stamens and pistils together in a column.
Orchids have gynandrous flowers.
- Exhibiting characteristics of both femininity and masculinity. Denotational synonym and connotational antonym of androgynous.
Adjective
- Exhibiting characteristics of both feminine and masculine. Both denotational synonym and connotational antonym of androgynous.
Synonyms of Gynandrous
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Gynandrous synonyms and antonyms →Gynandrous in a Sentence
Orchids have gynandrous flowers.
Word Forms & Grammar
gynandrous (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Gynandrous
Origin of Gynandrous
From Ancient Greek γύνανδρος (gúnandros, “of doubtful sex, womanish; warlike woman”); equivalent to gyno- (“woman”) + -androus.