anemotactic

/ˌænɪməˈtæktɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characterized by movement in response to air currents.

“Some plants exhibit anemotactic responses to wind direction.”

2. noun

A movement or response to air currents, especially in plants or animals.

“The researcher studied the anemotactic behavior of the species.”

Synonyms

  • anemophilous
  • wind-responsive

Antonyms

  • stasitactic
  • stationary