euryhalin
euryhaline (tolerant of salinity changes)
English translations
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euryhaline
Word details
- German meaning
- Die Fähigkeit eines Organismus, in einem breiten Salzgehaltsbereich zu leben.
- English meaning
- euryhaline
- Synonym
- salztolerant, brackwassertauglich
- German example
- Der Aal ist ein euryhaliner Fisch.
- English example
- The eel is a euryhaline fish.
Example sentences with “euryhalin”
Lachse sind euryhalin. (Salmon are euryhaline.)
Frequently asked questions
What is the etymology of 'euryhalin'?
It comes from Greek 'eurys' (wide) and 'hals' (salt). It describes aquatic organisms that can handle varying salt concentrations.