autotomy 的定义
plural au·tot·o·mies.
- Zoology. separation of a body part.self-amputation of a damaged or trapped appendage.
- the performance of surgery upon oneself.
更多autotomy例句
- Such is the adaptive device—more reflex than reflective—which is called self-mutilation or autotomy.
- Autotomy not only permits flight, but also defends the animal against the most adverse conditions.