Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seral

adjective

/ˈsɪrəl/

Definition

relating to or consisting of a series; sequential.

Examples

During ecological research, the team observed various seral stages of the forest development.
Each seral phase plays a crucial role in the overall health of the ecosystem.
The seral community often includes a diverse range of plant and animal species.

Meaning

In ecological terms, ‘seral’ describes the stages of ecological succession, particularly the intermediate stages between the initial colonization of a habitat and the stable climax community.