noun ·4 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A living creature's ability to move by orienting itself by gravitational forces. uncountable, usually
2. 2
   A downward movement. uncountable, usually

Etymology

From geo- + taxis.

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