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XEROPHYTIC
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Dictionary entry overview: What does xerophytic mean?
• XEROPHYTIC (adjective)
The adjective XEROPHYTIC has 1 sense:
1. adapted to a xeric (or dry) environment
Familiarity information: XEROPHYTIC used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Adapted to a xeric (or dry) environment
Context example:
xerophytic adaptations
Similar:
xeric (being deficient in moisture)
Derivation:
xerophyte (plant adapted for life with a limited supply of water; compare hydrophyte and mesophyte)
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