epigamic

[ ep-i-gam-ik ]

adjective

, Zoology.

1. serving to attract a mate, as the colors of certain birds.

epigamic

/ ˌɛpɪˈɡæmɪk /

adjective

1. zoology attractive to the opposite sex

   epigamic coloration

Word History and Origins

Origin of epigamic¹

First recorded in 1885–90; from Greek epígam(os) “marriageable” ( epi-, -gamous ) + -ic

Example Sentences

A dummy Bell Vireo elicited both agonistic and epigamic behavior from nesting pairs, depending on the phase of the nesting cycle.

From Project Gutenberg

A marked similarity will be detected between certain basic elements of aggressive and epigamic displays.

From Project Gutenberg