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Bimodal - 2 dictionary results

bi⋅mod⋅al

  [bahy-mohd-l]
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–adjective
1. having or providing two modes, methods, systems, etc.
2. Statistics. (of a distribution) having or occurring with two modes. Compare unimodal.
3. Transportation. pertaining to or suitable for transportation involving the use of two forms of carrier, as truck and rail.
Compare intermodal.

Origin:
1900–05; bi- 1 + modal

Related forms:
bi⋅mo⋅dal⋅i⋅ty, noun
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bi·mod·al   (bī-mōd'l)   
adj.  
  1. Having or exhibiting two contrasting modes or forms: "American supermarket shopping shows bimodal behavior—careful, nutritious choices mixed with salty, high-fat snack foods" (Sheryl Julian).
  2. Having two distinct statistical modes.
  3. Designed for operation on either railroads or highways. Used of vehicles.
bi'mo·dal'i·ty (bī'mō-dāl'ĭ-tē) n.
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