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homeotherm
An organism, such as a mammal or bird, which is able to maintain its body temperature within a narrow range, usually above that of its surroundings, despite large variations in environmental temperature. Homeothermy, or warm-bloodedness, may be maintained continually or for limited periods only. Compare with poikilotherm.
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