What does teleonomy mean?
noun
The property of being directed towards a goal or purpose; the tendency of a system or process to move towards a specific end or outcome. In biology, the ability of an organism to move towards a goal, such as finding food or a mate.
Example
"The teleonomy of the migratory bird's flight is an impressive example of evolutionary adaptation."
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