The scientific study of the relationships between living things and their environment.
eco+logy
Shared component: eco · environment
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Related forms: eco · 12 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesA scientist who studies the relationships between living things and their environment.
eco+logist
Shared component: eco · environment
All the living things in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment
eco+system
Shared component: eco · environment
A major area of the earth's surface defined by its distinct climate, geology, and community of living organisms.
eco+region
Shared component: eco · environment
the parts of the universe, especially on or near the surface of a planet, that are capable of supporting life; the biosphere.
eco+sphere
Shared component: eco · environment
Regarding the environment, rather than humans, as the central or most important factor.
eco+centric
Shared component: eco · environment
Relating to or concerned with the relation of living organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.
eco+log+ical
Shared component: eco · environment
Relating to or characteristic of an ecoregion, a major ecological community defined by its distinct climate, geography, and species.
eco+region+al
Shared component: eco · environment
Not harmful to the environment.
eco+friendly
Shared component: eco · environment
In a way that relates to ecology or the environment.
eco+log+ical+ly
Shared component: eco · environment
ecologicExtended relation
Relating to or concerned with the relation of living organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.
eco+log+ic
Extended relation: eco · environment
ecotouristExtended relation
a person who travels to natural areas, especially to support conservation efforts and observe wildlife without causing environmental harm.
eco+tourist
Extended relation: eco · environment