lithophilous Definition
living or growing on or among rocks.
Using lithophilous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lithophilous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The lithophilous plants are adapted to grow in rocky terrain.
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The lithophilous fish species are found in fast-flowing streams with rocky bottoms.
Example
Lichens are an example of lithophilous organisms that grow on rocks.
lithophilous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for lithophilous
- rock-loving
- rock-dwelling
- rock-inhabiting
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Summary: lithophilous in Brief
The term 'lithophilous' [li-thof-uh-luhs] refers to living or growing on or among rocks. It is used to describe plants, animals, and other organisms that are adapted to rocky terrain, such as the lithophilous fish species found in fast-flowing streams with rocky bottoms.
