chill-sensitive
|chill/sen/si/tive|
/tʃɪl ˈsɛnsɪtɪv/
sensitive to cold
Etymology
'chill-sensitive' originates from the combination of 'chill,' meaning 'cold,' and 'sensitive,' meaning 'easily affected by external conditions.'
The term 'chill-sensitive' evolved from the words 'chill' and 'sensitive' in modern English to describe organisms or materials that react negatively to cold.
Initially, 'chill' referred to a feeling of coldness, and 'sensitive' meant easily affected. Together, they now describe susceptibility to cold.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
sensitive to cold temperatures, often used to describe plants or organisms that are adversely affected by low temperatures.
The chill-sensitive plant wilted when the temperature dropped below 10°C.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 00:15