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Rareautotomy
The correct spelling is autotomy.
How to pronounce autotomy
noun
IPA: /ɔːˈtɒtəmi/
Say it like: Aut-oto-mee
The correct spelling is autotomy. The spontaneous removal of a limb, tail etc, especially by some invertebrates as a self-defense mechanism.
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Definition
noun
- 1.The spontaneous removal of a limb, tail etc, especially by some invertebrates as a self-defense mechanism.
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