HYDROTROPIC

Etymology

Adjective

hydrotropic (not comparable)

(biology) exhibiting hydrotropism

Anagrams

• cyrtophorid

Source: Wiktionary


Hy`dro*trop"ic, a. Etym: [See Hydrotrope.] (Bot.)

Definition: Turning or bending towards moisture, as roots.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

4 March 2025

HYDRAULIC

(adjective) moved or operated or effected by liquid (water or oil); “hydraulic erosion”; “hydraulic brakes”


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