adj.
Pronunciation: am- ' fi-b ē - ə s
Function: adjective
Etymology: Greek amphibios, literally, living a double life, from amphi- + bios mode of life ― more at QUICK
Date: 1643
1 : combining two characteristics
2 a : relating to or adapted for both land and water < amphibious vehicles> b : executed by coordinated action of land, sea, and air forces organized for invasion <an amphibious landing> also : trained or organized for such action < amphibious forces>
3 : able to live both on land and in water < amphibious plants>
– am · phib · i · ous · ly adverb
– am · phib · i · ous · ness noun