xeric

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English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek ξηρός (xērós, “dry”) +‎ -ic.

Pronunciation

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  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 360: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "RP" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˈzɪə.ɹɪk/
  • Hyphenation: xe‧ric

Adjective

xeric (comparative more xeric, superlative most xeric)

  1. (of an environment or habitat) very dry, lacking humidity and water
    Synonym: arid
  2. (of an organism) Adapted to live in a very dry habitat
    Synonym: xerophilic

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