biocycle

noun

bio·​cycle

ˈbīō + ˌ-

: a group of related biochores constituting a major division of the biosphere

the biocycles usually recognized are saltwater, freshwater, and terrestrial

Word History

Etymology

bi- entry 2 + cycle

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