Denoting a cell that propagates itself by fission without previous conjugation. ... Origin: auto-+ G. Temno, to cut ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: aw′tō-tem′nŭs Definitions: 1. Denoting a cell that propagates itself by fission without previous conjugation.
autotemnous 1. Capable of spontaneous division. 2. A reference to a cell that propagates itself by fission (cell division) without previous conjugation (joining together).