species — a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈspiːʃiːz/
Korean meaning: 종 (생물학적 분류 단위)
Korean pronunciation: **스피**시즈
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks it's the superior species until it gets scared by a cucumber.
- Scientists discovered a new species of frog that changes color when it's embarrassed.
- The research team studied over 200 species in the Amazon rainforest.
species
NOUN//ˈspiːʃiːz//
a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding
Museum guide shows visitors different animal species grouped by biological classification
Species by the sea breeze — fish of many kinds swirl through the coral with ease.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'species' meaning 'appearance, form, or kind.' The word derives from the root 'specere' meaning 'to look or see,' as species originally referred to the visible characteristics that distinguish one group of organisms from another.
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📝Examples
“My cat thinks it's the superior species until it gets scared by a cucumber.”
“Scientists discovered a new species of frog that changes color when it's embarrassed.”
“The research team studied over 200 species in the Amazon rainforest.”
“Climate change threatens many marine species worldwide.”
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