Amphibian

Pronunciation: /æmˈfɪbiən/

Definitions of amphibian

noun a cold-blooded vertebrate animal of a class that comprises frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders, typically having an aquatic larval stage and a terrestrial adult stage.

Example Sentences

A1 An amphibian is an animal that can live both on land and in water.

A2 Frogs and toads are examples of amphibians.

B1 Amphibians have moist skin that helps them breathe through their skin.

B2 Some amphibians undergo metamorphosis from tadpoles to adults.

C1 Amphibians play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems.

C2 The decline in amphibian populations is a cause for concern among conservationists.

Examples of amphibian in a Sentence

formal Amphibians are cold-blooded vertebrates that typically have a moist skin and lay eggs in water.

informal I saw a cool amphibian at the pond today.

slang Check out that slimy frog, it's one funky amphibian!

figurative Being able to adapt to different environments like an amphibian is a valuable skill in today's fast-paced world.

Grammatical Forms of amphibian

• past tense: amphibianed
• plural: amphibians
• comparative: more amphibian
• superlative: most amphibian
• present tense: amphibian
• future tense: will amphibian
• perfect tense: have amphibianed
• continuous tense: amphibianing
• singular: amphibian
• positive degree: amphibian
• infinitive: to amphibian
• gerund: amphibianing
• participle: amphibianed

Origin and Evolution of amphibian

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'amphibian' is derived from the Greek word 'amphibios', which means 'living a double life' or 'both kinds of life'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe animals that could live both on land and in water, the term 'amphibian' has evolved to refer specifically to a class of vertebrates that includes frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders.