Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vivarium
Noun
/vɪˈvɛəriəm/
Definition
A vivarium is an enclosed area designed to provide a living environment for animals or plants for observation or research purposes.
Examples
- The university set up a vivarium to study the behavior of tropical fish.
- In the vivarium, researchers observed the growth of various plant species.
- They created a small vivarium in their home for their pet turtles.
Meaning
The term ‘vivarium’ comes from the Latin word ‘vivere’, meaning ‘to live’. It typically refers to a controlled environment where organisms can thrive and be studied in a setting that mimics their natural habitat.
Synonyms
- Animal house
- Terrarium
- Greenhouse
- Botanical garden
