Biophilous

/baɪˈɑf.ɪ.ləs/ adjective

Definition

Loving or thriving in living matter; showing affinity for life or living organisms.

Etymology

From bio- (life) + -philous (from Greek philein, to love). Describes organisms or processes that favor or depend on living material.

Kelly Says

Biophilous bacteria can only survive inside living cells—they've evolved to love and need the living environment so much they can't exist anywhere else!

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