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neu·​troph·​i·​lous | \ n(y)ü‧ˈträfələs \

Definition of neutrophilous

1 : neutrophil
2 : preferring or thriving in an environment without excess of either acid or base

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History and Etymology for neutrophilous

International Scientific Vocabulary neutrophil (adjective) + English -ous

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“Neutrophilous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neutrophilous. Accessed 17 May. 2022.

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