Meaning of the word ecosystem in English

What does ecosystem mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ecosystem

US /ˈiː.koʊˌsɪs.təm/

UK /ˈiː.koʊˌsɪs.təm/

a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.

Example:

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The rainforest is a complex ecosystem with diverse plant and animal life.

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Pollution can severely damage an aquatic ecosystem.

Synonym:

biome habitat environment community

a complex network or interconnected system.

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The company operates within a vast digital ecosystem of interconnected platforms.

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The startup aims to build a complete financial ecosystem for small businesses.

Synonym:

network system web framework structure

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