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Species

noun
/ˈspiːʃiːz/

Meaning

a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind
a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding

Example Sentences

The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.

The panda is an endangered species.

Example Expressions

endangered species

Synonyms

type, kind, variety, category, group, breed
Entry 1
type, kind, variety, category
Entry 2
type, kind, group, breed

Antonyms

individual, single organism, singular
Entry 1
individual, single organism
Entry 2
individual, singular

Collocations

animal species, plant species, endangered species, new species, rare species
Entry 1
animal species, plant species, endangered species, new species
Entry 2
endangered species, rare species, animal species, plant species

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