limnetic

lim·net·ic

designating, of, or living in the open waters of lakes, away from shore vegetation

Origin of limnetic

from Classical Greek limn?, marsh (see limnology) + eastern; English -etic from Classical Latin or Gr: Classical Latin -eticus from Classical Greek -etikos, adjective suffix

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limnetic

adjective

Of or relating to the upper parts of the open waters of lakes or ponds that are too deep for rooted aquatic plants to grow.

Origin of limnetic

From Greek limnētēs marsh-dwelling from limnē lake

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Adjective

(comparative more limnetic, superlative most limnetic)

Of or pertaining to the deeper, open waters of a lake etc.

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limnetic - Medical Definition

adj.

Of or relating to the upper parts of the open waters of lakes or ponds that are too deep for rooted aquatic plants to grow.

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