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amphibious

Pronunciation: /amˈfɪbɪəs/

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Definition of amphibious

adjective

  • relating to, living in, or suited for both land and water:an amphibious vehicle
  • (of a military operation) involving forces landed from the sea:an amphibious assault

Derivatives

amphibiously

adverb

Origin:

mid 17th century: from modern Latin amphibium, from Greek amphibion (see amphibian) + -ous

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