Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
biped
Noun
/ˈbaɪˌpɛd/
Definition
A biped is an animal that walks on two legs.
Examples
- Humans are the most advanced bipeds on the planet.
- Birds are also categorized as bipeds due to their two-legged locomotion.
- The evolution of bipeds has allowed for greater mobility and the ability to travel long distances.
Meaning
The term refers to any creature that moves using only its two hind limbs.
Synonyms
- two-legged
- duped
- bipedal
