sibling rivalry

competition among siblings for the attention, approval, or affection of one or both parents or for other recognition or rewards, such as in sports or academics. See also parent–offspring conflict.

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May 4th 2024

photopsin

n. any of three different proteins found, in combination with 11-cis retinal, in retinal cones. See iodopsin.