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endotherm

/ɛndəʊθəm/ noun · British & US
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What does endotherm mean?

noun

An organism that generates heat from within its body, such as mammals and birds. This is in contrast to ectotherms, which rely on external sources of heat.

Example

"Many endotherms, such as polar bears, have adapted to survive in cold climates."

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