Simple meaning
What does Amphibian mean?
An amphibian is an animal that lives in water and on land.
Dictionary definition
Amphibian means an animal group that usually lives part of life in water and part on land.
Example sentences
Amphibian in a sentence
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In science class, we learned what amphibian means.
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The reading passage used amphibian to explain a life science idea clearly.
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During a school project, using amphibian correctly made our biology description more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Amphibian
frog-like animalRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
cold-blooded vertebrateRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
dual-habitat animalRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
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Opposite words
mammalHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
birdHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
Word family
Amphibian word family
Base word
amphibian
noun
amphibian
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What does amphibian mean?
Amphibian means an amphibian is an animal that lives in water and on land.
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