hydrophilic

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

having an affinity with water; readily absorbing water

Part of speech:

Adjective

Example sentences with this word:

A phospholipid molecule has a hydrophilic end a hydrophobic end.

Acids are hydrophilic because they are soluble in water.

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