1
: exhibiting or characterized by hydrotropism
2
: relating to or causing hydrotropy
the hydrotropic action of bile salts

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“Hydrotropic.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/hydrotropic. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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