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xeric

/ˈzɪr.ɪk/

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adjective

C2formalcommonscientific/ˈzɪr.ɪk/

Relating to, or adapted to, a very dry environment or habitat.

  • 🇷🇺Относящийся к очень сухой среде или среде обитания, или приспособленный к ней.
  1. Lacking moisture C2 formal scientific

    Characterized by or requiring only a small amount of moisture; very dry.

    • Cacti are well-adapted to xeric environments.
    • The xeric conditions of the desert limit plant growth.
    • Xeric habitats are often found in arid regions.

    🇷🇺Засушливый

    Synonyms: anhydrousariddesertdryparchedserewaterless

    Antonyms: hydricmesicmoistwet

  • more xeric comparative form
  • most xeric superlative form