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amphibian

/æmˈfɪbiən/

CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #5819 in the learning path

两栖动物

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Definitions

n. an animal, such as a frog, living in water and on land

两栖动物

n. a vehicle or aircraft able to operate on land and water

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Example

We spotted a small amphibian beside the garden pond.

我们在花园池塘边发现了一只小型两栖动物。

Declining amphibian populations may indicate changes in water quality and wider damage to freshwater ecosystems.

两栖动物数量下降可能表明水质变化以及淡水生态系统受到更广泛的破坏。

Collocations

  • amphibian species
  • amphibian populations
  • amphibian conservation

Word family

  • amphibious (adj.)

Usage tip

动物名词用amphibian;两栖的常用amphibious。

FAQ

What does amphibian mean?
an animal, such as a frog, living in water and on land a vehicle or aircraft able to operate on land and water
How is amphibian pronounced?
UK /æmˈfɪbiən/, US /æmˈfɪbiən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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