aquatile

/ˌækwəˈtɪl/ (AW-kwuh-TIL)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or inhabiting water

“The aquatile environment supported a diverse range of marine life.”

2. noun

a person or thing that inhabits an aquatic environment

“The researcher studied the behavior of various aquatile species.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic
  • hydrophilic

Antonyms

  • land-dwelling
  • terrestrial