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neoteny

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun neoteny has 1 sense
  1. neoteny - an evolutionary trend to be born earlier so that development is cut off at an earlier stage and juvenile characteristics are retained in adults of the species
    --1 is a kind of
    evolutionary trend

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Neoteny

Description:

Neoteny refers to the retention of juvenile characteristics or traits into adulthood. It is a biological phenomenon observed in various species, including humans. It can involve physical features, behaviors, or developmental processes. Neoteny plays a significant role in evolution and can have both positive and negative effects in different contexts.

Sample sentences:

  • The neoteny exhibited by axolotls allows them to retain their gills throughout their lives.
  • Human neoteny is evident in our prolonged period of education and dependency on caregivers.
  • Some argue that the preference for neotenous facial features affects perceptions of attractiveness.
  • The expression of neoteny in wolves makes them more sociable and cooperative compared to their wild ancestors.
  • Research suggests that neoteny played a vital role in the domestication of certain animal species.

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