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Definition of life zone in English: life zonenoun Ecology 1A zone in which life occurs, or in which the greatest number of living organisms may be found; (specifically) that down to a certain depth in the sea. 2Chiefly North American a geographical area or zone and its associated ecosystems or communities, either on a large scale (a biome) or, more usually, on a small scale (as an altitudinal zone).
Origin Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Gentleman's Magazine. Definition of life zone in US English: life zonenoun Ecology 1A zone in which life occurs, or in which the greatest number of living organisms may be found; (specifically) that down to a certain depth in the sea. 2Chiefly North American a geographical area or zone and its associated ecosystems or communities, either on a large scale (a biome) or, more usually, on a small scale (as an altitudinal zone).
Origin Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Gentleman's Magazine. |