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AUTOTOMIES

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There is 1 meaning of the word Autotomies.

Autotomies - as a noun

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

Example Sentences

"Lizards possess the ability for autotomies, allowing them to shed their tails when threatened."
"Some species of spiders can perform autotomies to escape predators."
"Certain starfish can undergo autotomies and grow back their arms."
"The study of autotomies reveals fascinating adaptations in the animal kingdom."
"Some lizards are capable of autotomies, shedding their tail when threatened."
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Word Game Points

Is AUTOTOMIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, autotomies is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

AUTOTOMIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is AUTOTOMIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, autotomies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AUTOTOMIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is AUTOTOMIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, autotomies is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AUTOTOMIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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