alkalophile
|al-ka-lo-phile|
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/ˈælkələˌfaɪl/
alkaline-loving organism
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alkalophile' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'alkali' meaning 'soda ash' and 'philos' meaning 'loving'.
Historical Evolution
'alkalophile' was formed by combining the Greek words 'alkali' and 'philos' in modern scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an organism that loves alkaline conditions', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an organism, especially a bacterium, that thrives in alkaline environments.
Alkalophiles are often found in soda lakes and alkaline soils.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 07:59