hatchsequence
nounUK /ˈhætʃˌsiːkwəns/
US /ˈhætʃˌsiːkwəns/
A hatchsequence is the order in which baby animals come out of their eggs.
The turtle hatchsequence started at dawn, with the smallest egg cracking first.
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2. A planned series of steps for opening a hatch or door on a ship or spacecraft.
The crew followed the hatchsequence before entering the airlock.
3. In computing, a fixed order of operations that opens a secure channel or access point.
The server ran the hatchsequence to unlock the encrypted port.
4. A timed schedule for when eggs in a nest are expected to hatch.
The park ranger posted the hatchsequence so visitors could watch the chicks emerge.