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ecosystem

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun ecosystem has 1 sense
  1. ecosystem - a system formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their physical environment
    --1 is a kind of
    system, scheme

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Ecosystem

Description

An ecosystem refers to a community of living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, in conjunction with their non-living environment. It encompasses the interactions among these organisms and their physical surroundings, resulting in a complex web of relationships and dependencies.

Sample Sentences

Noun: General Sense

The Great Barrier Reef is a diverse and vibrant ecosystem, home to countless marine species.

Deforestation disrupts the delicate balance within ecosystems, leading to negative consequences for all organisms involved.

Noun: Local Sense

The Everglades is an iconic ecosystem found in the state of Florida, USA.

The Sahel region of Africa is characterized by its unique arid ecosystem.

Related Verb: Ecosystemize

Through rewilding efforts, ecologists aim to ecosystemize degraded areas, restoring their natural balance.

We should ecosystemize our gardens, creating habitats that support local wildlife.

Related Adjective: Ecosystemic

Ecosystemic changes resulting from climate change have severe consequences for vulnerable species.

The study of ecosystemic interactions helps us better understand the interdependence of living organisms.

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