Batesian en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /ˈbeɪt.si.ən/
Etymology
From Bates + -ian.
Meanings
- Of or relating to Henry Walter Bates (1825–1892), English naturalist and explorer who gave the first scientific account of mimicry in animals.
- Of or relating to H. E. Bates (1905–1974), English writer.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most Batesian | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more Batesian | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |