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xeric

/ˈzɪərɪk/

/ˈzɪrɪk/

Translations

xericadjective

more xeric

Comp.

most xeric

Super.

/ˈzɪərɪk/

/ˈzɪrɪk/

xériqueTerme de botanique et d’écologie, employé pour des milieux ou des organismes adaptés à la sécheresse.

Cacti are well adapted to xeric environments.

Les cactus sont bien adaptés aux milieux xériques.

Additional translations

aridePlus général; s’emploie surtout pour décrire des conditions très sèches.

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xericadjective

Relating to or characterized by dry, arid conditions, typically with little moisture.

The xeric landscape of the desert is home to many unique plant species adapted to survive with minimal water.

Describing a plant, animal, or community that requires very little moisture and is specifically adapted to extremely dry habitats.

Many xeric succulents store water in their thick leaves to survive prolonged droughts.