Meaning of oleophilic in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌəʊlɪəʊˈfɪlɪk/

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  1. Qualitative Adjective

    oleophilic

    Etymology

    1930s; earliest use found in Science. From oleo- + -philic

    Definitions

    1. having a strong affinity for oils rather than water

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