Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
autosexing
noun
ˌɔːtəʊˈsɛksɪŋ
Definition
The ability to differentiate the sex of an organism at an early stage, usually in the context of animal breeding.
Examples
- Many poultry farmers prefer autosexing breeds to simplify chick sorting.
- Autosexing methods help in selecting the right gender for breeding purposes.
Meaning
Autosexing refers to methods used to identify male and female individuals of a species without requiring advanced skills, typically used in poultry or fish breeding.
Synonyms
- Sex identification
- Gender differentiation
- Sexual categorization
