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interspecies

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɪn.təˈspiː.ʃəs/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜrspisiːz/

adjective
Definition

Relating to or involving different species, especially in the context of interactions or relationships between them.


Example

The researchers studied interspecies communication among dolphins and whales.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that documentary about interspecies friendships?
Sloth B
Yes! It was so heartwarming to see how different animals can get along.
Sloth A
I didn't think they could form such strong bonds across species.
Sloth B
It really shows the beauty of interspecies connections in nature.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
intergeneric
cross-species
interracial
Antonyms
intraspecies
single-species
monospecific
Root Explanation

Interspecies → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "species" (from Latin "species", meaning kind or type). The word "interspecies" refers to interactions or relationships that occur between different kinds or types of organisms.

Memory Tip

Think of interactions that happen 'between' ('inter-') different 'kinds' ('species') of living things.

Visually Confused Words
underspecies
introspective
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