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amphibious
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(of animals) capable of surviving both on land and in water
Example
Amphibious frogs lay their eggs in water but can live on land once they mature.
The amphibious turtle spends time swimming in rivers and basking on rocks.
Amphibious species, like otters, have evolved to hunt in water and rest on land.
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adapted to operate both on land and in water
Example
The amphibious vehicle can travel smoothly across both roads and rivers.
The rescue team employed amphibious equipment to save people stranded in flood zones.
The amphibious design of the car made it ideal for navigating flooded streets.
