Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abiosis
Noun
/ˌeɪ.baɪˈoʊ.sɪs/
Definition
Abiosis refers to a state in which life is absent or to the loss of life functions.
Examples
- After the harsh winter, many plants experienced abiosis due to extreme cold.
- In extreme environments, such as the depths of the ocean, abiosis can be a natural phenomenon.
Meaning
It signifies a condition where an organism is no longer alive or in a situation devoid of life.
Synonyms
- Death
- Non-life
- Inanimateness
