biotope

noun — 2 senses

biotope

noun

Etymology Borrowed from German Biotop, from bio- (“life”) + -tope (“place”).

1

A geographical area that has a uniform biological environment and a uniform distribution of plants and animals

2

Figuratively a context where someone feels 'naturally' at home, such as their field of professional or scientific expertise

Derived terms
microbiotope

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