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PAEDOMORPHOSIS

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There is 1 meaning of the word Paedomorphosis.

Paedomorphosis - as a noun

The retention of juvenile traits by an adult; neoteny

Example Sentences

"The salamander exhibits paedomorphosis by keeping its gills into adulthood."
"Some species of insects undergo paedomorphosis by retaining larval traits in adulthood."
"The paedomorphosis observed in axolotls allows them to reproduce while retaining their aquatic features."
"Researchers have found evidence of paedomorphosis in the fossil records of ancient amphibians."
"Certain genetic mutations can lead to paedomorphosis in animals."
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Word Game Points

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

PAEDOMORPHOSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is PAEDOMORPHOSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paedomorphosis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PAEDOMORPHOSIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is PAEDOMORPHOSIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paedomorphosis is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PAEDOMORPHOSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.

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