living thing
noun phrase
Pronunciation: ˈlɪvɪŋ θɪŋ
Definition
An organism that exhibits the characteristics of life, such as metabolism, growth, reproduction, and response to stimuli.
Examples
Every living thing on Earth requires water to survive and maintain its cellular functions.
Scientists categorize every living thing into specific domains based on their genetic structure.
The forest floor is teeming with every type of living thing imaginable, from fungi to insects.
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