POIKILOTHERM
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Poikilotherm.
Poikilotherm - as a noun
An animal whose body temperature varies with the temperature of its surroundings; any animal except birds and mammals
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ectotherm16Poikilotherm - as an adjective
Cold-blooded
Example Sentences
"The lizard is a poikilotherm, meaning its body temperature fluctuates with the environment."
"Amphibians and reptiles are examples of poikilotherms."
"Due to being a poikilotherm, the snake becomes sluggish in cold weather."
"Unlike mammals, poikilotherms do not possess internal temperature regulatory mechanisms."
"Many insects are classified as poikilotherms."
Word Game Points
Is POIKILOTHERM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, poikilotherm is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POIKILOTHERM has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is POIKILOTHERM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, poikilotherm is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOIKILOTHERM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
Is POIKILOTHERM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, poikilotherm is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOIKILOTHERM has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
