halomorphic

adjective

hal·​o·​mor·​phic ˌha-lə-ˈmȯr-fik How to pronounce halomorphic (audio)
of a soil
: developed in the presence of neutral or alkali salts or both

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of halomorphic was circa 1938

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“Halomorphic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/halomorphic. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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