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amphibian

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amphibian
1. adjective /ˈæmˌfɪbɪən/
Pertaining to the Amphibia.
2. noun /ˈæmˌfɪbɪən/
a) An animal of the Amphibia; any four-legged vertebrate that does not have amniotic eggs, living both on land and in water.
b) A vehicle which can operate on land and water.
See Also: amphibious, Amphibia

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