xeromorphic
English
Etymology
From xero- + -morphic.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /zɪəɹəˈmɔɹfɪk/
- Rhymes: -ɔː(r)fɪk
Adjective
xeromorphic (comparative more xeromorphic, superlative most xeromorphic)
- (biology) Of, relating to, or characteristic of the xerophytes, especially having the ability to store water in leaves and stems.
Related terms
- xeromorph
- xeromorphous
- xeromorphy