Definition of xeric Xeric

xe•ric

We found 4 definitions of xeric from 3 different sources.

What does xeric mean?

Adjective xeric, xericcer, xericcest
xeric - being deficient in moisture; "deserts provide xeric environments"
		hydric having or characterized by excessive moisture; "a hydric habitat"
		mesic having or characterized by moderate or a well-balanced supply of moisture; "mesic habitats"

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xeric (Adjective)
Said of an environment or habitat that is extremely dry, lacking humidity and water.
xeric (Adjective)
Said of an organism adapted to live in a very dry habitat.