biosphere
noun/ˈbaɪoʊˌsfɪr/
Frequency rank: #14,448 most common English word
Meaning
the regions of the Earth's surface, water, and atmosphere where living organisms exist.
Example sentence
Scientists are studying how climate change affects the global biosphere.
Synonyms & related words
- ecosystem
- environment
- ecosphere
- nature
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