XEROPHILOUS

Etymology

Adjective

xerophilous (comparative more xerophilous, superlative most xerophilous)

Able to thrive in dry weather.

Source: Wiktionary


Xe*roph"i*lous, a. Etym: [Gr. (Bot.)

Definition: Drought-loving; able withstand the absence or lack of moisture. Plants which are peculiarly adapted to dry climates are termed by De Candolle xerophilous. Goodale.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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