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Xerophytic

Xerophytic is an adjective that describes plants or organisms that are adapted to survive in dry environments with little water availability.

Senses and Usages:

1. Botany: Xerophytic plants have specialized anatomical and physiological adaptations to minimize water loss, such as waxy leaves, succulent stems, or shallow root systems.

Example sentence: The cactus is a xerophytic plant that can thrive in arid desert conditions.

2. Biology: Xerophytic organisms, including certain animals and bacteria, have evolved to live in extremely dry habitats and can tolerate desiccation.

Example sentence: The camel is considered a xerophytic animal due to its ability to store water in its hump and survive in the desert.

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