organisms
word · lemma: organism
Definition
Living things made up of one or more cells, such as animals, plants, fungi, bacteria, and other life forms.
Usage & Nuances
'Organisms' is a formal, scientific word often used in biology. It refers to all types of living things, from tiny bacteria to large animals. Don't confuse it with 'organ' (a body part). Common phrases: 'single-celled organisms,' 'living organisms.'
Spanish: organismosPortuguese (BR): organismosPortuguese (PT): organismosChinese (Simplified): 生物Chinese (Traditional): 生物Hindi: जीवArabic: كائنات
Example Sentences
Organisms need water to survive.
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Some organisms are too small to see without a microscope.
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Plants and animals are examples of organisms.
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Scientists discovered new organisms living deep in the ocean.
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All these strange-looking organisms live in extreme environments.
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Even the tiniest pond is full of organisms we've never seen.
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