binominal
Britishadjective
noun
Example Sentences
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Under the country’s unique “binominal” system, each parliamentary constituency has two seats; the winning candidate takes one and in most cases the runner-up takes the other.
From Economist
The electoral system introduced by Pinochet is known locally as being "binominal".
From Reuters
Ray was the first to formulate that definite conception of the species which was adopted by Linnaeus and emphasized by his binominal nomenclature.
From Project Gutenberg
Permanent biologic nomenclature dates from the time of Linnæus simply because this great naturalist established the binominal system and placed scientific classification upon a sound and enduring basis.
From Project Gutenberg
After numerous failed attempts, the ruling New Majority has mustered the votes to scrap the binominal system; the measure passed both houses of parliament in January and should become law soon.
From Economist
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