1. relating to or characterized by reproduction involving two distinct sexes or sexual forms
Usage: biology; formal
2. of a parasite: requiring two different hosts to complete its life cycle
Usage: parasitology; technical

Examples

• Many digenetic organisms require both male and female individuals for reproduction.
• The tapeworm is a digenetic parasite that uses an intermediate host and a final host.
• Digenetic reproduction ensures genetic diversity in the population.
• Some digenetic species have evolved complex mating behaviors.
• The study of digenetic parasites is important in veterinary medicine.