Aerohydrous

/ˌɛərəʊˈhaɪdrəs/ adjective

Definition

Containing or involving both air and water; characterized by the presence or interaction of both gaseous and liquid elements.

Etymology

From aero- (air) + hydrous (containing water). This technical term combines Greek elements to describe substances or conditions with both air and water components.

Kelly Says

Clouds are aerohydrous systems—water vapor (technically air) and liquid water droplets coexist in a delicate balance, which is why they can suddenly turn from white puffs to dark rain clouds!

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