Definitions
of or relating to living organisms
Word origin
From Ancient Greek βιωτικός (biōtikós, “of life”), from βίος (bíos, “life”). Equivalent to bio- + -otic.
Used in a sentence
“This study and others at Bolinas Lagoon show that a number of variables, both biotic and abiotic, influence individual, local and regional distribution patterns of Dunlin.”
“The biotic level involves basic, nonthoughtful adjustments made in the struggle for existence.”
“Competition, on the biotic level, as we observe it in the plant and animal communities, seems to be relatively unrestricted.”
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