pluvialis

/plʊˈvɑɪəlɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to rain

“The pluvialis climate is characterized by frequent downpours.”

2. noun

a bird of the genus Pluvialis, such as the golden plover

“A flock of pluvialis birds migrated to warmer regions during winter.”

Synonyms

  • pluviophilous
  • pluviophobic

Antonyms

  • desertic
  • xerophilous