adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Not acidophilic; intolerant of acidity.

   "The nonacidophilic thiobacilli can be found in some soils, fresh and salt waters, and muds."

Example

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"The nonacidophilic thiobacilli can be found in some soils, fresh and salt waters, and muds."

Etymology

From non- + acidophilic.

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