lotic

American

[loh-tik] / ˈloʊ tɪk /

adjective

pertaining to or living in flowing water.

lotic British

/ ˈləʊtɪk /

adjective

ecology of, relating to, or designating natural communities living in rapidly flowing water Compare lentic

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Etymology

Origin of lotic

1915–20; < Latin lōt ( us ) washed ( see loment) + -ic

Example Sentences

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Overall, the findings highlight the growing impact of climate warming on flowing freshwater ecosystems, also known as lotic ecosystems.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

All records thus far are from lotic habitats.

From Description of a New Softshell Turtle From the Southeastern United States by Webb, Robert G.

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