Definition of amphibious Amphibious

/æmfɪˈbiʌs/ - [atmfibeeus] - am•phib•i•ous

We found 8 definitions of amphibious from 4 different sources.

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What does amphibious mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

amphibious - relating to or characteristic of animals of the class Amphibia
  amphibian
amphibious - operating or living on land and in water; "amphibious vehicles"; "amphibious operations"; "amphibious troops"; "frogs are amphibious animals"
  aquatic operating or living or growing in water; "boats are aquatic vehicles"; "water lilies are aquatic plants"; "fish are aquatic animals"
  terrestrial operating or living or growing on land
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • amphibious (Adjective)
    Capable of functioning on land or in water.
  • amphibious (Adjective)
    Occurring on both land and water.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • amphibious (a.)
    Having the ability to live both on land and in water, as frogs, crocodiles, beavers, and some plants.
  • amphibious (a.)
    Pertaining to, adapted for, or connected with, both land and water.
  • amphibious (a.)
    Of a mixed nature; partaking of two natures.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • amphibious
    Living or able to live both on land and in water.

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