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Hydrophilic

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Having a strong affinity for water or attracting water molecules.

Senses:

1. Chemistry: Having the ability to dissolve in water or form a solution with it.
2. Biology: Attracting or absorbing water molecules or other polar molecules.

Examples:

1. The hydrophilic substance easily dissolves when mixed with water.

2. The hydrophilic nature of the plant's root hairs allows it to absorb water from the soil.

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