aerobian
|aero-bi-an|
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/ˌɛəˈroʊbiən/
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/ˌeəˈrəʊbiən/
oxygen-requiring
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerobian' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aero,' meaning 'air,' and 'bios,' meaning 'life.'
Historical Evolution
'aerobian' evolved from the Greek word 'aerobios,' which was adapted into modern English to describe organisms that require air.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'life in air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'requiring oxygen for growth.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/18 19:36
