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mesic1

Pronunciation: /ˈmiːzɪk, ˈmɛzɪk/

Definition of mesic

adjective

Ecology
  • (of an environment or habitat) containing a moderate amount of moisture: mesic tundrasCompare with hydric and xeric.

Origin:

1920s: from Greek mesos 'middle' + -ic

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