amphibious

am·phib·i·ous

adj \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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