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lotic

Syllabification: (lo·tic)
Pronunciation: /ˈlōtik/
Definition of lotic

adjective

Ecology
  • (of organisms or habitats) inhabiting or situated in rapidly moving fresh water. Compare with lentic.

Origin:

early 20th century: from Latin lotus 'washing' + -ic

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