Definitions
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Amplexus.
Amplexus - as a noun
A form of pseudocopulation, found chiefly in amphibians and horseshoe crabs, in which a male grasps a female with his front legs as part of the mating process.
Example Sentences
"During amplexus, the male frog grasps the female tightly."
"In amplexus, the male frog fertilizes the eggs as they are laid."
"During amplexus, the male frog's forelimbs are positioned around the female's waist."
"The duration of amplexus can vary between different species of frogs."
"The female frog releases her eggs while in amplexus with the male."
Word Game Points
Is AMPLEXUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, amplexus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AMPLEXUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is AMPLEXUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, amplexus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAMPLEXUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is AMPLEXUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, amplexus is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAMPLEXUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
