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tropism

/trɒpɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does tropism mean?

noun

A growth response of a plant or animal towards a stimulus, such as light or gravity. A strong or unreasoning liking or preference for something.

Example

"The plant's tropism towards sunlight allowed it to grow towards the window."

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