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Definition of Dimidiate

1. a. Divided into two equal parts; reduced to half in shape or form.

2. v. t. To divide into two equal parts.

Definition of Dimidiate

1. Adjective. divided into two (generally unequal) halves ¹

2. Verb. To divide into two ¹

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Definition of Dimidiate

1. [v -ATED, -ATING, -ATES]

Medical Definition of Dimidiate

1. 1. Divided into two equal parts; reduced to half in shape or form. 2. Consisting of only one half of what the normal condition requires; having the appearance of lacking one half; as, a dimidiate leaf, which has only one side developed. Having the organs of one side, or half, different in function from the corresponding organs on the other side; as, dimidiate hermaphroditism. Origin: L. Dimidiatus, p. P. Of dimidiare to halve, fr. Dimidius half. See Demi-. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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