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geminal

adjective gem·i·nal \ˈje-mə-nəl\

Definition of GEMINAL

:  relating to or characterized by two usually similar substituents on the same atom
gem·i·nal·ly \-nəl-ē\ adverb
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Origin of GEMINAL

Latin geminus twin
First Known Use: 1967

Rhymes with GEMINAL

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