amphibious
word
Definition
Describes something that can live or operate both on land and in water, such as certain animals or vehicles. Frequently used to talk about animals like frogs, or military actions involving land and water.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal or technical; common in biology for animals and in military contexts (e.g., 'amphibious assault'). Rarely used in everyday conversation unless describing animals or special vehicles.
Example Sentences
Frogs are amphibious animals.
basic
Some vehicles are designed to be amphibious, traveling on land and water.
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An amphibious animal can breathe both air and water.
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The army used amphibious vehicles during the flood rescue.
natural
Her science project was about the life cycle of amphibious creatures.
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They watched a documentary on amphibious landings in World War II.
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