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Meaning of the word non-living in English

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non-living

US /ˌnɑːnˈlɪv.ɪŋ/
UK /ˌnɒnˈlɪv.ɪŋ/
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Adjective

not alive; not having life

Example:
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Rocks and water are examples of non-living things.
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The scientist studied the interaction between living and non-living components of the ecosystem.
Synonym:
inanimate lifeless
Antonym:
living alive
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Related Word:
living lively live live on live in live for live with