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bi·o·lu·mi·nes·cence
 bioluminescence
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- pronunciation:
- baI
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mih
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 ns
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
the emission of light produced naturally by certain kinds of insects, fish, or bacteria, or such light itself.
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| derivation: |
bioluminescent (adj.) |
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