biological — relating to biology or living organisms
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to biology or living organisms
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌbaɪəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
Example Sentences
- My biological clock is so messed up that I eat breakfast at dinner time.
- The biological effects of pollution on marine life are concerning.
- Scientists discovered a new biological mechanism in plant growth.
biological
ADJECTIVE[/ˌbaɪəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/]
relating to biology or living organisms
relating to biology or living organisms
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Greek 'bios' (life) combined with 'logos' (study or discourse), forming 'biology'—the science of living organisms. The adjective suffix '-ical' was subsequently added to create the adjectival form meaning 'relating to or characteristic of biology or living systems.'
Breakdown
bio- (life, from Greek bios) + -log- (study/discourse, from Greek logos) + -ical (adjective-forming suffix indicating relation or pertinence).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My biological clock is so messed up that I eat breakfast at dinner time.”
“The biological effects of pollution on marine life are concerning.”
“Scientists discovered a new biological mechanism in plant growth.”
“He found out his biological father was actually a superhero in disguise.”
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