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Noun: bioluminescence  ,bI-ow,loo-mu'ne-sun(t)s
  1. Luminescence produced by physiological processes (as in the firefly)
    "Deep-sea fish often use bioluminescence to attract prey or mates"

Derived forms: bioluminescences

Type of: luminescence

Encyclopedia: Bioluminescence