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Definition of autopoietic in English:

autopoietic

Pronunciation /ˌɔːtə(ʊ)pɔɪˈɛtɪk/

adjective

  • Relating to or characterized by autopoiesis; self-maintaining and self-regulating.

Origin

1970s. From auto- + -poietic, after autopoiesis. Compare Spanish autopoiético.