APOSEMATIC


Meaning of APOSEMATIC in English

[ ˌapə(ʊ)sɪ'matɪk ]

■ adjective Zoology denoting coloration or markings serving to warn or repel predators.

Derivatives

aposematism noun

Origin

C19: from apo- + Gk sēma 'sign' + -atic .

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