Aposematic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌæpə(ʊ)sɪˈmætɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Aposematic is an adjective meaning (zoology, of a coloration or marking) That serves as a warning to predators, as of toxicity, especially falsely.
Meaning
(zoology, of a coloration or marking) That serves as a warning to predators, as of toxicity, especially falsely.
Example Sentences
Contrasting patterns of red and black are classic aposematic warnings that signal would-be predators to “back off, leave me alone … if you do not, you will regret the consequences.”
Episematic characters are far less common than aposematic, and these than cryptic; although, as regards the latter comparison, the opposite impression is generally produced from the fact that concealment is so successfully attained.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include antidotal, antidotary, antipoisoning, antipharmic, atoxic, toxicoid.
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