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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

autotrophy

/ɔːtəˈtrɒfi/ noun · British & US
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What does autotrophy mean?

noun

The ability of an organism to produce its own food, typically through photosynthesis, without the need for external sources of energy or nutrients.

Example

"The plant's autotrophy allowed it to thrive in the nutrient-poor soil."

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