transcription, транскрипция: [ am-ˈfi-bē-əs ]
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