Meaning of the word amphibian in English
What does amphibian mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
amphibian
US /æmˈfɪb.i.ən/
UK /æmˈfɪb.i.ən/
Noun
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a cold-blooded vertebrate animal of a class that comprises frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders. They are distinguished by having an aquatic gill-breathing larval stage followed (typically) by a terrestrial lung-breathing adult stage.
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Frogs are a common type of amphibian.
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Many amphibian species are threatened by habitat loss.
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Adjective
1.
able to live both on land and in water.
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Crocodiles are amphibian creatures.
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The new vehicle has amphibian capabilities, allowing it to travel on both land and water.
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