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Definition of Metachrosis

1. n. The power of changing color at will by the expansion of special pigment cells, under nerve influence, as seen in many reptiles, fishes, etc.

Definition of Metachrosis

1. Noun. (zoology) The ability to change colour by the expansion and contraction of chromatophores ¹

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Medical Definition of Metachrosis

1. The power og changing colour at will by the expansion of special pigment cells, under nerve influence, as seen in many reptiles, fishes, etc. Origin: NL, from Gr. Beyond + a colouring. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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