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epimorphic

 

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Adjective epimorphic has 1 sense
  1. epimorphic - characterized by incomplete metamorphosis; having the same number of body segments in successive stages
    Antonym:
    nonmetamorphic (indirect, via metamorphic)

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Epimorphic

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to the ability of an organism or tissue to regenerate a lost or damaged body part while maintaining the original form and proportions.

Sense 1: Pertaining to the ability of certain animals to regenerate complete body parts.

Example sentence 1: The starfish is a remarkable example of epimorphic regeneration, as it can regenerate a whole new arm if one is lost.

Sense 2: Relating to the regrowth of damaged or lost tissues in an organism without altering the original shape or structure.

Example sentence 2: Salamanders exhibit epimorphic healing, allowing them to regenerate damaged tissues after injury.

Sense 3: Describing the phenomenon where the regrown body part is identical in form and proportion to the original.

Example sentence 3: During epimorphic regeneration, the tail of a lizard grows back with the same shape and length as the previous one.

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