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English
Etymology
From hydro- + -philous.
Adjective
hydrophilous (comparative more hydrophilous, superlative most hydrophilous)
- (biology) That grows or thrives in or near water
- (botany) That is pollinated by water
Translations
thriving/growing in/near water