biped Definition
an animal that uses two legs for walking.
Using biped: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "biped" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Humans are bipeds.
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Kangaroos are also bipeds.
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Birds are bipeds, but they have modified their forelimbs into wings.
biped Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for biped
- two-legged animal
- bipede
Origins of biped
from Latin 'bi-' meaning 'two' and 'pes' meaning 'foot'
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Summary: biped in Brief
'Biped' [ˈbaɪped] refers to an animal that walks on two legs. Humans, kangaroos, and birds are examples of bipeds. While birds have modified their forelimbs into wings, they still use their legs for walking.
