bi-
word element [L.], two.
bi(o)-
word element [Gr.], life; living.
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bi-
1. Prefix meaning twice or double, referring to double structures or dual actions.
2. chemistry used to denote a partially neutralized acid (an acid salt); for example, bisulfate. Compare:
bis-,
di-.
[L.]
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bi-
1. Prefix meaning twice or double, referring to double structures, dual actions, for example.
2. chemistry Used to denote a partially neutralized acid (an acid salt); e.g., bisulfate.
Compare:
bis-,
di- [L.]
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bi-
prefix denoting two.
bi-
) prefix denoting life or living organisms.Collins Dictionary of Biology, 3rd ed. © W. G. Hale, V. A. Saunders, J. P. Margham 2005