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Definition of xeromorphous

xeromorphous

/ˌzɪroʊˈmɔːrfəs/
xe · ro · mor · phous
Adverb:xeromorphously
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xeromorphous Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having structural adaptations or forms, such as thick cuticles, reduced leaf surface areas, or water-storing tissues, that enable an organism (especially a plant) to survive in a dry or arid environment.

Example

"The botanist cataloged several xeromorphous plant species that had evolved unique ways to retain moisture in the harsh desert climate."

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• Rhymes for xeromorphous

• Nearby Words

xeroma
xeromorph
xeromorphic
xeromorphous
xerophagy
xerophyllum
xerophytically

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'xēros' meaning 'dry', 'morphē' meaning 'form' or 'shape', combined with the English adjective-forming suffix '-ous'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xeromorphous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xeromorphous
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