habitat — the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhæbɪtæt/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks the entire house is his habitat, especially my keyboard.
- Polar bears' habitat is shrinking due to global warming.
- The teenager's natural habitat appears to be the bedroom with curtains drawn.
habitat
NOUN[/ˈhæbɪtæt/]
the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism
The animals fled their habitat as construction destroyed the forest.
Marine biologists explored the coral reef to study its habitat. (🏠 Home + 🌿 Nature → Habitat)
The habitat was devastated by logging but was later rehabilitated through restoration.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'habitāre' meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit', derived from 'habēre' meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. The word entered English through French and scientific Latin usage in the 18th century.
Breakdown
habitāre (Latin: to dwell/inhabit) + -at (third person singular present) = habitat (literally 'it inhabits/dwells')
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📝Examples
“My cat thinks the entire house is his habitat, especially my keyboard.”
“Polar bears' habitat is shrinking due to global warming.”
“The teenager's natural habitat appears to be the bedroom with curtains drawn.”
“Scientists are working to restore the wetland habitat for migratory birds.”
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