biosis

/ˈbaɪ.ɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A living system or process, especially one that is self-sustaining.

“The forest ecosystem is a good example of a biosis.”

2. noun

A living organism or part of an organism, especially one that has a symbiotic relationship with another organism.

“Corals and algae have a mutualistic biosis.”

Synonyms

  • ecosystem
  • organism
  • system

Antonyms

  • dead
  • inanimate
  • non-living