macroorganism
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/ˌmækroʊˈɔːrɡənɪzəm/
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/ˌmæk.rəʊˈɔː.ɡən.ɪ.zəm/
large living being
Etymology
Etymology Information
'macroorganism' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'makros,' meaning 'large,' and 'organismos,' meaning 'organism.'
Historical Evolution
'makros' and 'organismos' combined in English to form the modern word 'macroorganism.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'large living being,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a large organism, typically visible to the naked eye, as opposed to microorganisms.
The forest is home to many macroorganisms, including deer and foxes.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 08:53