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Definition of Ectothermic
1. Adjective. Of animals except birds and mammals; having body temperature that varies with the environment.
Exact synonyms: Heterothermic, Poikilothermic, Poikilothermous
Similar to: Cold-blooded
Derivative terms: Poikilotherm, Poikilotherm
Similar to: Cold-blooded
Derivative terms: Poikilotherm, Poikilotherm
Definition of Ectothermic
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Ectothermic
1. Able to maintain a constant body temperature with an external heat source. (09 Oct 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Ectothermic
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