pro·the·tely
| \ ˈprōthəˌtelē \
plural -es
Definition of prothetely
: relatively precocious differentiation of a structure that is usually associated with a later stage of development — compare hysterotely, neoteny
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“Prothetely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prothetely. Accessed 14 May. 2021.
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