hydrophilic
/ˌhaɪdrəˈfɪlɪk/
adjective
- Having a strong attraction to water; tending to mix with, dissolve in, or be wet by water.
- The hydrophilic coating on the lens helps prevent fogging.
- Scientists designed a new hydrophilic polymer for water filtration.
- Cotton is a hydrophilic fabric, so it absorbs sweat easily.
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