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ectothermic

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective ectothermic has 1 sense
  1. poikilothermic, poikilothermous, heterothermic, ectothermic - of animals except birds and mammals; having body temperature that varies with the environment
    Antonym: warm-blooded (indirect, via cold-blooded)

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Ectothermic

Adjective

Definition: Referring to an organism that regulates its body temperature primarily by relying on external sources of heat.

Example Sentence:

1. The snake is an ectothermic animal, as it basks in the sun to raise its body temperature.

2. Amphibians are ectothermic creatures that rely on the surrounding environment to maintain their body temperature.

Noun

Definition: An ectothermic organism.

Example Sentence:

1. The exhibit at the zoo showcases various ectothermics, including lizards, turtles, and fish.

2. Studying the behavior of ectothermics in different climates is essential for understanding their survival strategies.

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