Simple meaning
What does Species mean?
A species is a kind of living thing.
Dictionary definition
A group of living things that are similar and can reproduce with each other.
Example sentences
Species in a sentence
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Wolves and dogs are different species.
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Scientists tracked species in the wetland.
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Protecting one species can help the whole habitat.
Synonyms
Words like Species
kindUse for a type within living things.
classificationUse for grouping by shared traits.
Antonyms
Opposite words
individualUse for one member, not a whole species.
hybridUse for mixed background rather than one species line.
Word family
Species word family
Base word
species
noun
speciation
The process of new species forming over time.
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Practice 1
What is a species?
Species groups organisms with shared traits and reproduction patterns.
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