homotherm

/hɒməðɜːrəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A living organism that maintains its own internal temperature, regardless of the external environment.

“Some animals are endothermic, while others are homothermic, such as reptiles and amphibians.”

2. adjective

Maintaining a constant internal temperature, especially in relation to the external environment.

“Reptiles are homothermic creatures, meaning they can regulate their body temperature internally.”

Synonyms

  • endogenic
  • self-regulating

Antonyms

  • cold-blooded
  • ectothermic