bioluminescence

English

/ˌbaɪ̯oʊ̯ˌluməˈnɛsəns/

noun
Definitions
  • (biology) The emission of light by a living organism (such as a firefly).

Etymology

Affix from English luminescence.

Origin

English

luminescence

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