paedomorphic

paedomorphic
adjective /ˌpiːdəˈmɔɹfɪk,ˌpɛdəˈmɔɹfɪk/
Of, relating to, or resulting from the retention of juvenile characteristics by an adult.
See Also: paedomorphism, pedomorphism

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