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episematic

Syllabification: (ep·i·se·mat·ic)
Pronunciation: /ˌepəsəˈmatik/

Definition of episematic

adjective

Zoology
  • (of coloration or markings) serving to help animals recognize other individuals of the same species.

Origin:

late 19th century: from epi- 'upon' + Greek sēma 'sign' + -atic

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