Cenospecifically

/ˌsenəspɪˈsɪfɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to reproductive compatibility as the basis for species classification.

Etymology

From cenospecific plus the adverb suffix -ly. A rare technical adverb used in biology.

Kelly Says

This adverb is so specialized that you'll only see it in dense biology papers written by experts arguing about what actually defines a species—it's the technical term for the 'they can make babies together' rule.

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