noun
- the quality or state of being amphibious; the ability to live or operate both on land and in water
- the capacity to function in or adapt to two different environments or modes of operation
Usage: often used in biological or military contexts
Usage: figurative use
Examples
- The amphibiousness of frogs allows them to thrive in both aquatic and terrestrial habitats.
- Military strategists valued the amphibiousness of the new vehicle for coastal operations.
- The amphibiousness of the organization enabled it to succeed in both digital and traditional markets.
- Scientists study the amphibiousness of certain salamanders to understand evolutionary adaptation.
- The amphibiousness of the design made it suitable for use in swamps and on dry land.