"xeriphilic" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more xeriphilic [comparative], most xeriphilic [superlative]
Etymology: From xeri- + -philic. Etymology templates: {{confix|en|xeri|philic}} xeri- + -philic Head templates: {{en-adj}} xeriphilic (comparative more xeriphilic, superlative most xeriphilic)
  1. Adapted to or preferring arid environments.
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