biomass
noun/ˈbaɪoʊmæs/
Frequency rank: #8,737 most common English word
Meaning
organic material from living or recently living organisms used as a source of energy.
Example sentence
Scientists are researching ways to convert plant waste into biomass energy.
Synonyms & related words
- biofuel
- bioenergy
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