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aposematic

Syllabification: (ap·o·se·mat·ic)
Pronunciation: /ˌapəsiˈmatik/
Definition of aposematic

adjective

Zoology
  • (of coloration or markings) serving to warn or repel predators.
  • (of an animal) having aposematic coloration or markings.

Derivatives

aposematism

noun

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