Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
biont
noun
/ˈbaɪˌɒnt/
Definition
A living organism, especially in the contexts of biology and ecology.
Examples
- In the study of ecosystems, each biont plays a significant role in the overall health of its environment.
- The scientist observed the biont’s behavior to understand its interaction with other species.
Meaning
The term biont is used to refer to an individual entity of a living organism, emphasizing its biological aspects.
Synonyms
- organism
- being
- entity
- life form
