Pronunciation: /ˈzɪrəˌfaɪt/
noun a plant that is adapted to survive in dry or arid conditions, typically by storing water in its tissues or having a reduced surface area to minimize water loss
A1 A xerophyte is a plant that can survive in dry conditions with little water.
A2 Xerophytes have adapted to thrive in arid environments by storing water in their tissues.
B1 Some examples of xerophytes include cacti, succulents, and certain types of grasses.
B2 Xerophytes have specialized mechanisms such as reduced leaf surface area to minimize water loss.
C1 Researchers are studying the genetic makeup of xerophytes to understand how they have evolved to survive in extreme drought conditions.
C2 The unique adaptations of xerophytes make them valuable subjects for ecological research on plant resilience in challenging environments.
formal Xerophytes are plants that have adapted to survive in arid environments with little water.
informal Cacti are a common type of xerophyte that can be found in deserts.
slang Succulents are like the cool kids of the xerophyte world.
figurative Being a xerophyte in a world full of water-loving plants can be tough, but they thrive in their own unique way.
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