Definition for AM-PHIB'I-OUS

AM-PHIB'I-OUS, a. [See Amphibial.]

  1. Having the poorer of living in two elements, air and water, as frogs, crocodiles, beavers, and the like.
  2. Of a mixed nature; partaking of two natures; as, an amphibious breed.

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