dichotomically

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Definitions of dichotomically word

noun plural dichotomically division into two parts, kinds, etc.; subdivision into halves or pairs. 1
noun plural dichotomically division into two mutually exclusive, opposed, or contradictory groups: a dichotomy between thought and action. 1
noun plural dichotomically Botany. a mode of branching by constant forking, as in some stems, in veins of leaves, etc. 1
noun plural dichotomically Astronomy. the phase of the moon or of an inferior planet when half of its disk is visible. 1

before 1600

One of the 39% oldest English words

From the Greek word dichotomía, dating back to 1600-10. See dicho-, -tomy

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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