habitat

noun
UK: /ˈhæbɪtæt/
US: /ˈhæbɪtæt/

  1. The natural environment where a plant or animal lives.

    1. The forest is a habitat for many birds.
    2. Protecting the panda's habitat is crucial for its survival.

  2. The type of place where a particular species or group of species is normally found.

    1. This river is the perfect habitat for trout.
    2. Destruction of the rainforest threatens the natural habitat of countless species.

Synonyms

environment territory surroundings range

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "habitat" in English means: The natural environment where a plant or animal lives., The type of place where a particular species or group of species is normally found..

The phonetic transcription of "habitat" is /ˈhæbɪtæt/ in British English and /ˈhæbɪtæt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "habitat": environment, territory, surroundings, range.

Example usage of "habitat": "The forest is a habitat for many birds.". More examples on the page.