endosmosic

/ɛndɒˈsmoʊsɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by endosmosis, the movement of solvent molecules into a solution through a semipermeable membrane.

“The cell’s endosmosic properties allowed it to thrive in a low-salt environment.”

2. noun

the process or phenomenon of endosmosis.

“The scientist studied the endosmosic effects on plant cells.”

Synonyms

  • endosmose
  • endosmotic

Antonyms

  • exosmose
  • exosmosic