amphibious
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am·phib·i·ous

adjective \am-ˈfi-bē-əs\

Definition of AMPHIBIOUS

1
: combining two characteristics
2
a : relating to or adapted for both land and water <amphibious vehicles>
b : executed by coordinated action of land, sea, and air forces organized for invasion <an amphibious landing>; also : trained or organized for such action <amphibious forces>
3
: able to live both on land and in water <amphibious plants>
am·phib·i·ous·ly adverb
am·phib·i·ous·ness noun

Origin of AMPHIBIOUS

Greek amphibios, literally, living a double life, from amphi- + bios mode of life — more at quick
First Known Use: 1643

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