Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
autapomorphic
Adjective
/ˌɔː.tə.pəˈmɔː.fɪk/

Definition
Pertaining to a character that is distinctive to a particular species or lineage.

Examples
- The autapomorphic features of this dinosaur set it apart from its relatives.
- In the study of evolutionary biology, researchers look for autapomorphic traits to identify species.
- The bird was identified by its autapomorphic coloration that is not found in any other species.

Meaning
Autapomorphic refers to specific traits or characteristics that are unique to a single group or species, differentiating them from others in a broader classification.

Synonyms
- Unique
- Distinctive
- Specific