Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or having a preference for foreign or exotic substances, environments, or conditions.

“The xenotropic bacteria were isolated from a sample collected in a remote location.”

2. noun

An organism or cell that has a preference for foreign or exotic substances, environments, or conditions.

“The xenotrophic yeast strain was developed for use in industrial fermentation processes.”

3. noun

A substance or environment that is preferred by an organism or cell.

“The xenotropic niche of the species is characterized by high salt concentrations and low temperatures.”