butomaceous

/ˌbuːtəˈmeɪʃəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or denoting the Butomaceae, a family of aquatic plants, especially water flowers.

“The butomaceous plants that grew on the banks of the river were a rare sight.”

2. noun

A plant belonging to the family Butomaceae.

“The botanist studied the unique properties of the butomaceous plant.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic
  • hydrophytic

Antonyms

  • land-dwelling
  • terrestrial