Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypogean
Adjective
/ˌhaɪpəˈdʒiːən/
Definition
Relating to things that are underground or below the surface.
Examples
- The hypogean habitat of the mole allows it to thrive beneath the soil.
- Many hypogean species have adapted to life without sunlight.
- The researchers studied hypogean ecosystems to understand their unique biodiversity.
Meaning
The term ‘hypogean’ is often used in biological contexts to describe organisms that live underground or in subterranean environments.
Synonyms
- Subterranean
- Underground
- Beneath the surface
