amphibian
Translation
amphibian
Examples
Frogs and salamanders are amphibians.
Frogs and salamanders are amphibians.
The vehicle is a true amphibian.
The vehicle is a true amphibian.
Grammar Patterns
a type of animal a cold-blooded vertebrate animal of a class that comprises the frogs, newts, and salamanders Frogs and salamanders are amphibians.
Similar Words
Synonyms: creature; Antonyms: (none)
Etymology
From Greek 'amphi' (on both sides) + 'bios' (life), meaning 'living a double life' (on land and in water).
Memory Tips
'Amphi-' means 'both', like in 'amphitheater' (seeing from both sides). Amphibians live 'both' lives: in water and on land.