adj. 1. Having or exhibiting two contrasting modes or forms: "American supermarket shopping shows bimodal behavior—careful, nutritious choices mixed with salty, high-fat snack foods" (Sheryl Julian). 2. Having two distinct statistical modes. 3. Designed for operation on either railroads or highways. Used of vehicles. bi′mo·dali·ty (bī′mō-dălĭ-tē) n. |
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