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hydrophilous

UK
/haɪdrəˈfɪləs/
US
/haɪdrəˈfɪləs/

Translations

hydrophilousadjective
more hydrophilous
Comp.
most hydrophilous
Super.
UK
/haɪdrəˈfɪləs/
US
/haɪdrəˈfɪləs/
The hydrophilous plants thrive in wet environments.
Гидрофильные растения процветают во влажных условиях.
Synonyms
water-loving
moisture-loving
aquatic
wet-loving

Definitions

hydrophilousadjective
Relating to plants that are pollinated by water.
The hydrophilous plants in the pond rely on water currents to transfer pollen.
Having an affinity for water; readily absorbing or dissolving in water; hydrophilic.
Hydrophilous polymers are used in contact lenses because they attract and retain moisture.
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