PAEDOMORPHIC
(adj.)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Paedomorphic.
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US
Paedomorphic - as an adjective
Of, relating to, or resulting from the retention of juvenile characteristics by an adult.
Example Sentences
"The salamander exhibits a paedomorphic trait by retaining its gills into adulthood."
"The study found that certain features of the skull were paedomorphic in the early hominid species."
"The paedomorphic features of the axolotl make it popular in the pet trade."
"The scientists observed paedomorphic characteristics in the larvae of the insect species."
"The paedomorphic neotenic stage of some amphibians extends their time in the aquatic habitat."
Word Game Points
Is PAEDOMORPHIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, paedomorphic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PAEDOMORPHIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.
Is PAEDOMORPHIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paedomorphic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPAEDOMORPHIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
Is PAEDOMORPHIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paedomorphic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPAEDOMORPHIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 27.