biome

noun
UK: /ˈbaɪ.əʊm/
US: /ˈbaɪ.oʊm/

  1. A large naturally occurring community of flora and fauna occupying a major habitat, e.g., forest or tundra.

    1. The desert is a hot and dry biome with little rainfall. [ ] [ ]
    2. Understanding the distribution of biomes helps scientists predict the effects of climate change. [ ] [ ]

  2. A major ecological community, extending over a large area and characterized by a dominant vegetation type.

    1. The African savanna is an example of a tropical grassland biome. [ ] [ ]
    2. Studying different biomes can reveal how species adapt to diverse environmental conditions. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

life zone habitat

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "biome" in English means: A large naturally occurring community of flora and fauna occupying a major habitat, e.g., forest or tundra., A major ecological community, extending over a large area and characterized by a dominant vegetation type..

The phonetic transcription of "biome" is /ˈbaɪ.əʊm/ in British English and /ˈbaɪ.oʊm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "biome": life zone, habitat.

Example usage of "biome": "The desert is a hot and dry biome with little rainfall.". More examples on the page.