mesic --Merriam-Webster
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adjective (1)
: characterized by, relating to, or requiring a moderate amount of moisture
a mesic habitat
a mesic plant
compare hydric, xeric
mesic
2 of 2
adjective (2)
: of or relating to a meson
Etymology
Adjective (1)
mes- [intermediate] + -ic
Adjective (2)
meson + -ic
First Known Use
Adjective (1)
1926, in the meaning defined above
Adjective (2)
1939, in the meaning defined above