amphibious

• Qualifie ce qui peut vivre ou agir aussi bien sur la terre que dans l'eau.

Describes something that can live or operate both on land and in water.

1. Relating to amphibiansB2formalscientific

   Relating to or characteristic of animals of the class Amphibia, such as frogs, toads, and salamanders.

   Relatif aux amphibiens

   • The amphibious frog can live both in water and on land.
   • Amphibious creatures often have moist skin.
   • Scientists study amphibious species to understand evolutionary adaptations.

   Synonymesbatrachian

2. Operating on land and waterB2formaltechnical

   Designed or able to operate or live both on land and in water.

   Amphibie

   • The military uses amphibious vehicles for beach landings.
   • An amphibious aircraft can take off and land on water.
   • The new amphibious house is built to withstand floods.