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Autotomy

Autotomy Meaning & Definition
Autotomy Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Autotomy?

[n] spontaneous removal or casting off of a body part (as the tail of a lizard or claw or a lobster) especially when the organism is injured or under attack

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See Also | remotion | removal

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