ombrophily

[ˌɒm.brəˈfaɪli]

Definitions

1. noun

The condition of requiring or being dependent on rain, especially of plants.

“Some plants exhibit ombrophily, which is the adaptation to thrive in areas with high rainfall.”

Synonyms

  • hygrophily
  • rain-loving

Antonyms

  • dryland
  • xerophily