paedomorphosis
(pae-do-mor-pho-sis)
5 syllables
Definition
noun. the process of retaining juvenile traits in adults.
Example Sentence
Some amphibians exhibit paedomorphosis, retaining their juvenile features into adulthood.
More Example Sentences
Paedomorphosis can be seen in certain salamanders.
Synonyms
juvenile retention; neoteny; larval retention
Antonyms
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