aerophilous

ɛəroʊˈfɪləs

Definitions

1. adjective

growing in or requiring a high concentration of air; having a need for a lot of air

“The aerophilous plants were thriving in the well-ventilated greenhouse.”

2. noun

an organism that requires a high concentration of air for its growth or survival

“The rare aerophilous species was discovered in the remote region.”

Synonyms

  • aerial
  • atmospheric
  • pneumatous
  • ventilatory

Antonyms

  • anaerobic
  • oxygen-deficient