binominal
/ (baɪˈnɒmɪnəl) biology /
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adjective
of or denoting the binomial nomenclature
noun
a two-part taxonomic name; binomial
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How to use binominal in a sentence
For this specimen, Laurenti used the binominal Hyla rubra and provided a brief diagnosis.