biodiverse
|bi-o-di-verse|
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/ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɜːrs/
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/ˌbaɪ.əʊ.dɪˈvɜːs/
rich in life forms
Etymology
Etymology Information
'biodiverse' originates from the combination of 'bio-' meaning 'life' and 'diverse' meaning 'varied or different'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'biodiverse' was coined in the late 20th century as environmental awareness increased.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the variety of life forms in a specific area, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a high level of biological diversity.
The Amazon rainforest is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.
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Last updated: 2025/02/10 14:36