halophile Meaning & Definition
ˈha-lə-ˌfī(-ə)l
What Does Halophile Mean?
As a noun, halophile means an organism that flourishes in a salty environment.
Word Facts for Halophile
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈha-lə-ˌfī(-ə)l/ |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Plural | halophiles |
| First known use | 1923 |
Halophile Definition (Noun)
- an organism that flourishes in a salty environment
Synonyms of Halophile
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Halophile synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Halophile
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Halophile in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
hal·o·phil·ic adjective
halophile
halophiles
halophilic
halophile (plural halophiles)
Origin of Halophile
Origin 1: International Scientific Vocabulary
Origin 2: From halo- + -phile.
First Known Use
1923
How Do You Say Halophile?
Halophile is pronounced /ˈha-lə-ˌfī(-ə)l/ and has 4 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ha).