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XERIC
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Dictionary entry overview: What does xeric mean?
• XERIC (adjective)
The adjective XERIC has 1 sense:
1. being deficient in moisture
Familiarity information: XERIC used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Being deficient in moisture
Context example:
deserts provide xeric environments
Similar:
xerophytic (adapted to a xeric (or dry) environment)
Antonym:
hydric (having or characterized by excessive moisture)
mesic (having or characterized by moderate or a well-balanced supply of moisture)
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