photic

English

Etymology

From photo- +‎ -ic.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -əʊtɪk

Adjective

photic (comparative more photic, superlative most photic)

  1. Of, related to, or irradiated by light.
    1. (especially) Describing that part of the near-surface ocean in which photosynthesis is possible.
      Synonyms: euphotic, epipelagic, sunlight

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