Aerophilic

/ˌɛərəˈfɪlɪk/ adjective

Describing organisms or things that thrive in or have a strong preference for air and oxygen-rich environments.

From Greek aero- (air) and -philic (loving). Used primarily in biology to describe bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms that require oxygen or prefer well-aerated conditions.

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