Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hermaphroditic

Adjective

/hɜːrˈmæf.rəˌdɪt.ɪk/

Definition

Referring to an organism that has both male and female reproductive organs.

Examples

Some species of plants are hermaphroditic, having flowers that contain both stamens and pistils.
In certain fish species, individuals can be hermaphroditic, allowing them to change sex during their lifecycle.
The earthworm is a well-known example of a hermaphroditic organism.

Meaning

Hermaphroditic describes the characteristic of a living organism being able to produce both sperm and eggs, allowing them to reproduce sexually as either sex.