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introduced
ihnt-ruh-DYOOST
Introduced (adj) means Brought in from elsewhere rather than naturally occurring in a place. Example: “Grey squirrels are an introduced species in Britain and have spread widely.”
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Brought in from elsewhere rather than naturally occurring in a place.
"Grey squirrels are an introduced species in Britain and have spread widely."
"Many introduced plants have escaped from gardens and taken over the hedgerows."
"The rabbit is an introduced species in Australia, not a native one."
How to use introduced
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes a plant, animal, or idea that originally came from somewhere else.
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introduced species
newly introduced
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What does “introduced” mean?
The word “introduced” means brought in from elsewhere rather than naturally occurring in a place. In plain terms, describes a plant, animal, or idea that originally came from somewhere else.
How do you pronounce “introduced”?
“Introduced” is pronounced ihnt-ruh-DYOOST (/ˌɪntɹəˈduːst/ in IPA).
How do you use “introduced” in a sentence?
Here is “introduced” used in a sentence: “The rabbit is an introduced species in Australia, not a native one.”
What part of speech is “introduced”?
“Introduced” is an adjective.
Is “introduced” a common word?
“Introduced” is a very common word in modern English.
What is the difference between introduced and native?
An introduced species is one brought to an area by human activity, deliberately or accidentally, from another region. A native species occurs there naturally, without human help. Introduced species are also called non-native or exotic; when they spread and cause harm, they may be further described as invasive.
What is the difference between introduced and invasive?
All invasive species are introduced, but not all introduced species are invasive. "Introduced" simply means brought in from elsewhere. "Invasive" adds that the species spreads aggressively and damages the local ecosystem, economy, or health. Many introduced plants and animals settle harmlessly and never become invasive at all.
What is an example of an introduced species?
Rabbits in Australia, brought by European settlers, are a classic example, multiplying rapidly with no natural predators. Other examples include grey squirrels in Britain and cane toads in Australia. Each was moved by people from its native range into a new environment where it did not originally occur.
Are introduced species always harmful?
No. Many introduced species live alongside native ones without causing problems, and some — such as most food crops and livestock — are deliberately introduced and highly beneficial. Harm arises only when an introduced species becomes invasive, outcompeting natives or disrupting the balance of the local ecosystem.
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