Meaning of the word hydrophobic in English
What does hydrophobic mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hydrophobic
US /ˌhaɪdroʊˈfoʊbɪk/
UK /ˌhaɪdrəʊˈfəʊbɪk/
Adjective
1.
tending to repel or fail to mix with water
Example:
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The leaves of the lotus plant have a hydrophobic surface that keeps them clean.
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Oil is hydrophobic, which is why it does not dissolve in water.
2.
relating to or suffering from rabies
Example:
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In older medical texts, rabies was often referred to as a hydrophobic disease.
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The patient exhibited hydrophobic symptoms, a classic sign of advanced rabies.