How Do You Spell BICORNOUS?

Pronunciation: [ba͡ɪkˈɔːnəs] (IPA)

Bicornous (/baɪˈkɔːrnəs/) is a word used in zoology to describe an animal with two horns or horn-like structures. Its spelling follows the rules of English phonetics, with each syllable having one vowel sound and the stress falling on the second syllable. The "bi-" prefix means two, while "-corn-" refers to the horn-like projections. With its precise spelling and pronunciation, bicornous is a useful term for researchers studying the anatomy of horned animals.

BICORNOUS Meaning and Definition

1. There is no dictionary definition for the word "bicornous" as it is not a frequently used term in the English language. However, based on its root word, "bicorn," we can derive a potential definition for "bicornous."

   Bicornous is an adjective that describes an object or entity that possesses or exhibits bicorn characteristics. The term derives from the Latin word "bicornis" which means "having two horns." Therefore, "bicornous" might refer to something that has two horn-like protrusions, appendages, or features.

   In a literal sense, "bicornous" could be used to describe certain animals that have two horns or horn-like structures on their heads, such as certain species of antelopes or rhinoceroses. It could also apply to mythological creatures or artistic depictions of animals with two horns, such as a bicorn.

   Metaphorically, "bicornous" could be used to describe objects or concepts that have two prominent features, characteristics, or facets, much like the horns of a bicorn. For example, it may describe a situation where two distinct perspectives or ideologies are present, or a decision that has two equally valid options.

   Given the lack of common usage of the term "bicornous," its precise meaning may vary depending on the context in which it is used.

2. Two-horned; in bot., applied to any parts of plants that have the likeness of two horns.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for BICORNOUS

• vicornous
• nicornous
• hicornous
• gicornous
• bucornous
• bjcornous
• bkcornous
• bocornous
• b9cornous
• b8cornous
• bixornous
• bivornous
• bifornous
• bidornous
• bicirnous
• bickrnous
• biclrnous
• bicprnous
• bic0rnous

Etymology of BICORNOUS

The word "bicornous" is derived from the Latin word "bicornis", which is a combination of the words "bi" meaning "two" and "cornu" meaning "horn". In Latin, "bicornis" refers to something that has two horns. Over time, this Latin term has been adapted into English as "bicornous", which retains the meaning of having two horns or horn-like projections.

Similar spelling words for BICORNOUS

• scorns,
• bonus,
• beckons,
• bighorns.