Amphibian (Noun)
Meaning 1
A flat-bottomed motor vehicle that can travel on land or water.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
Cold-blooded vertebrate typically living on land but breeding in water; aquatic larvae undergo metamorphosis into adult form.
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Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The zoo's amphibian exhibit featured a variety of species, including frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts.
- Many amphibian populations are declining due to habitat loss and pollution.
- The tadpoles underwent a dramatic transformation as they developed into adult amphibian forms.
- The biologist studied the unique characteristics of amphibian skin, which allows them to breathe and absorb moisture.
- In the forest, the amphibian chorus of croaking frogs and chirping toads filled the air on warm summer nights.
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Meaning 3
An airplane designed to take off and land on water.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.