Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Neotony.
Neotony - as a noun
The state resulting when juvenile characteristics are retained by the adults of a species
Example Sentences
"Humans exhibit neotony with their larger heads and eyes compared to other primates."
"Some amphibians display neotony by retaining their gills into adulthood."
"Scientists believe that neotony played a role in the domestication of dogs."
"The phenomenon of neotony is often discussed in evolutionary biology."
"The study of neotony helps researchers understand evolutionary processes."
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