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.