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procrypsis
noun
pro·cryp·sis
\prōˈkripsə̇s\
Definition of procrypsis
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: a pattern or shade of coloring in insects that is adapted to concealing the insects from their natural enemies : protective coloration in insects
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Origin and Etymology of procrypsis
New Latin, from English procryptic, after English cryptic : Greek krypsis act of hiding, concealment (from kryptein to hide + -sis)
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