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hydrophobic

/haɪdɹəˈfəʊbɪk/

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adjective

Hidrofóbico

Of, or having, hydrophobia (rabies).

Examples :

"The dog, showing aggressive behavior and foaming at the mouth, was suspected of being hydrophobic after being bitten by a wild animal. "

Se sospechaba que el perro, que mostraba un comportamiento agresivo y echaba espuma por la boca, era hidrofóbico después de ser mordido por un animal salvaje.

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adjective

Hidrofóbico, que repele el agua

Lacking an affinity for water; unable to absorb, or be wetted by water.

Examples :

"Oil is hydrophobic, so it doesn't mix with water. "

El aceite es hidrofóbico, por lo que no se mezcla con agua.

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