xerophytic
|xe/ro/phy/tic|
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/ˌzɪərəˈfɪtɪk/
dry-adapted
Etymology
Etymology Information
'xerophytic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'xēros,' meaning 'dry,' and 'phuton,' meaning 'plant.'
Historical Evolution
'xērophuton' transformed into the modern English word 'xerophytic' through scientific Latin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'dry plant,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'adapted to dry conditions.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
adapted to dry conditions, typically used to describe plants that thrive in arid environments.
Cacti are xerophytic plants that store water in their stems.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 15:53