eutrophic
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ɪk, -ˈtroʊ
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eutrophic (juːˈtrɒfɪk, -ˈtrəʊ-) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| Compare oligotrophic (of lakes and similar habitats) rich in organic and mineral nutrients and supporting an abundant plant life, which in the process of decaying depletes the oxygen supply for animal life | |
| [C18: probably from eutrophy, from Greek eutrophia sound nutrition, from eutrophos well-fed, from | |
| 'eutrophy | |
| —n | |
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Eutrophic
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| the bone of the lower jaw. |
| the basinlike cavity in the lower part of the trunk of many vertebrates, formed in humans by the innominate bones, sacrum, etc. |
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Medical Dictionary
eutrophic eu·troph·ic (y&oomacr;-trŏf'ĭk, -trō'fĭk)
adj.
Relating to, characterized by, or promoting eutrophia.
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Science Dictionary
eutrophic (y -trŏf'ĭk, -trō'fĭk) Pronunciation Key
Having waters rich in phosphates, nitrates, and organic nutrients that promote a proliferation of plant life, especially algae. Used of a lake, pond, or stream. Compare dystrophic, oligotrophic. |
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Example sentences
Since it is a reservoir, the typical nutrient concentration expected in an eutrophic lake is not observed.
Tissue nitrogen and phosphorus in seaweeds in a tropical eutrophic environment: what a long-term study tells us.
Eutrophic lakes show wide seasonal changes in their biological and chemical conditions.
Eutrophic: characteristic of water with high nutrient concentrations.
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