Amazonian: meaning, definitions and examples

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amazonian

 

[ ˌæməˈzoʊniən ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

geographical relevance

The term 'Amazonian' refers to anything related to the Amazon rainforest or the Amazon River. It is often used to describe the rich biodiversity, indigenous cultures, and unique environmental characteristics found in this vast area of South America.

Synonyms

Amazon-related, Rainforest-related

Examples of usage

  • The Amazonian rainforest is home to countless species of wildlife.
  • Many Amazonian tribes have lived in harmony with nature for centuries.
  • The Amazonian region faces significant ecological threats.
  • Researchers are studying Amazonian rivers for new species.

Translations

Translations of the word "amazonian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 amazônico

🇮🇳 अमेज़ोनियन

🇩🇪 amazonisch

🇮🇩 Amazonian

🇺🇦 амазонський

🇵🇱 amazonka

🇯🇵 アマゾンの

🇫🇷 amazonien

🇪🇸 amazónico

🇹🇷 Amazon ormanlarıyla ilgili

🇰🇷 아마존의

🇸🇦 أمازوني

🇨🇿 amazonka

🇸🇰 amazonský

🇨🇳 亚马逊的

🇸🇮 amazonka

🇮🇸 Amazon

🇰🇿 Амазонка

🇬🇪 ამაზონური

🇦🇿 Amazon

🇲🇽 amazónico

Etymology

The word 'Amazonian' is derived from 'Amazon', which originates from the name of the Amazon River, one of the longest rivers in the world. The name itself is associated with the Amazons, a group of female warriors from Greek mythology, although there is no direct connection between the mythological Amazons and the geographical region. The term began to be used in the 19th century as European explorers and naturalists started to document the unique environments and cultures of the region encompassing the Amazon rainforest. Over time, 'Amazonian' has come to evoke images of dense, tropical forests, unparalleled biodiversity, and the rich heritage of the indigenous peoples living in this vast ecosystem.