hydrophoid

/ˌhʌɪdrəˈfoʊɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a hydrophobe, or an organism that repels water.

“The hydrophoid properties of the new material made it difficult to clean.”

2. noun

a hydrophobe, or an organism that repels water.

“The hydrophoid in the ocean was able to swim quickly without getting wet.”

Synonyms

  • hydrophobic
  • water-repellent

Antonyms

  • hydrophilic
  • water-attracting