biosphere
What is another word for biosphere? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The zone of the Earth's surface, water, and atmosphere where life exists.
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Etymology
From Greek bios ("life") and sphaira ("sphere"), coined in the late 19th century.
Full origin of biosphere →Frequently asked questions
What does “biosphere” mean?
The word “biosphere” means the zone of the Earth's surface, water, and atmosphere where life exists. In plain terms, all the parts of the planet — land, sea, and air — where living things can survive.
How do you pronounce “biosphere”?
“Biosphere” is pronounced BEYE-oh-sfeer (/ˈbaɪəʊˌsfɪə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “biosphere” in a sentence?
Here is “biosphere” used in a sentence: “Human activity has put growing pressure on the biosphere.”
What part of speech is “biosphere”?
“Biosphere” is a noun.
Where does the word “biosphere” come from?
The word “biosphere” dates back to around 1800 and comes from Greek. From Greek bios ("life") and sphaira ("sphere"), coined in the late 19th century.
Related words
biospheric
biospherical
