A habitat is the natural place or environmentThe conditions and surroundings in which something exists or grows. where a plant or animal normallyIn the usual or expected way; most often. lives. People also use it more broadlyIn a general or wider sense, not a strict one. for the kind of surroundings something is usually found in.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈhæbɪˌtæt/
Easy pronunciation: HAB-i-tat (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the first syllable, with secondary stress on the third syllable.
Noun meaning the natural home or environment of a plant or animal.
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Habitat Meaning
the natural home or environment of a plant or animal
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the type of environment in which an organism or group normally lives or occurs
Example: A coral reef is the habitat of many kinds of fish.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- home ground — Can work in some contexts, but it is less common and more figurative than habitat.
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Habitat Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- home ground
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Common Mistakes
- Using habitat for a house or building instead of the natural environment where a living thing lives.
- Confusing habitat with habitat range or territory; habitat is about the living environment, not just where something moves or travels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does habitat mean in simple words?
A habitat is the natural place where a plant or animal lives.
What is a synonym for habitat?
A possible synonym is home ground, though it is less common and more figurative than habitat.
Is habitat only used for animals?
No. It is also used for plants and other living things.
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