Water gain

Pronunciation
/WAH-ter gayn/
Category
Physiology
Singular
Water gain
Plural
Water gains

Definition

The process by which an insect acquires water through various means.

Etymology

From the Old English word 'wæter' meaning 'water' and 'gain' from Old English 'gegn', meaning 'advantage' or 'profit'.

Example

Insects can obtain water gain through food, dew condensation, or even by absorbing water from the environment.

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