amphibious

/ˌæmfɪˈbiəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or living in both water and land, such as frogs and toads.

“The amphibious vehicle was designed to drive through water and then move onto land.”

2. noun

a person or thing that lives or operates in both water and land.

“The amphibious robot was used to survey the coastal area.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic
  • semiaquatic

Antonyms

  • land-dwelling
  • terrestrial