Main Entry: am·phib·i·ous

Pronunciation: \am-ˈfi-bē-əs\

Function: adjective

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

Date: 1643

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