bipartite
adjectiveUK /baɪˈpɑːtaɪt/
US /baɪˈpɑːrtaɪt/
Something bipartite is made of two parts.
The leaf has a bipartite shape, split into two clear halves.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. In mathematics, describing a graph whose points can be split into two groups with no links inside either group.
The matching problem was solved using a bipartite graph.
3. Involving two separate groups or parties, especially in politics or agreements.
They reached a bipartite agreement between the two unions.
4. Split into two parts almost to the base, as some leaves or petals.
The plant is known for its bipartite leaves.