单词	autotomy
释义	autotomy noun au·​tot·​o·​my ȯ-ˈtä-tə-mē  : reflex separation of a part (such as an appendage) from the body : division of the body into two or more pieces autotomous ȯ-ˈtä-tə-məs  adjective autotomize ȯ-ˈtä-tə-ˌmīz  verb Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web For scorpions, tail autotomy is even more punishing. Bradley Allf, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Mar. 2021 Leopard geckos are one of a few lizard species that possess this self-amputation ability, known as autotomy. Jason G. Goldman, Scientific American, 1 Dec. 2017 Word History Etymology International Scientific Vocabulary First Known Use 1887, in the meaning defined above Medical Definition autotomy noun au·​tot·​o·​my ȯ-ˈtät-ə-mē  plural autotomies : reflex separation of a part from the body especially in an invertebrate
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