oligotrophic

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Pronunciation

/ˌɒl ɪ goʊˈtrɒf ɪk/

Part of Speech

adjective

Definition

characterized as being low in nutrients, particularly those which support the growth of aerobic photosynthetic organisms (often a term applied to lakes, rivers, ponds, etc.).

Etymology

Greek, combining olígos +  trophikós

oligotrophic
Accepted term: 07-Apr-2015