Environment
habitat
noun
Definition
The natural environment in which a species normally lives and grows.
In a sentence
“Urban expansion continues to encroach on the natural habitat of many species.”
Synonyms
natural environmentterritoryecological niche
Common collocations
- natural habitat
- habitat loss
- critical habitat
More from Environment
biodiversity
noun
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or on Earth.
ecosystem
noun
A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
deforestation
noun
The clearing or removal of trees from a forest, typically for agriculture or industry.
conservation
noun
The protection and preservation of the natural environment, species, or resources.