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xeric

/ˈzɪəɹɪk/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or living in dry, arid conditions.


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xeric
Etymology
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From the Greek word 'xeros' meaning dry.


Trivia
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  1. Xeric environments are often found in desert regions around the world.

  2. Xeric plants have adapted to conserve water through various means such as shallow roots, small leaves, and succulent stems.


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  1. xerophyte: A plant that is adapted to survive in dry conditions.


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Xeric is often used in the context of botany and ecology, referring to plants and ecosystems that are adapted to dry environments.

How to Memorize "xeric"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a desert landscape with plants that are able to thrive in the dry conditions.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'xeric' with the word 'desert' and the image of plants surviving in dry conditions.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Xeric equals dry as a bone' to remember the definition of the word.


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