wildlife

noun

wild·​life ˈwī(-ə)l(d)-ˌlīf How to pronounce wildlife (audio)
often attributive
: living things and especially mammals, birds, and fishes that are neither human nor domesticated

Examples of wildlife in a Sentence

an area with abundant wildlife
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Numerous measures to provide funding for parks, wildlife and open space protection passed or seemed headed for victory across the Bay Area and other parts of California. Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024 Our 17-person Climate California reporting team is dedicated to covering air quality, environmental justice, water, wildlife, public lands, the Pacific coast and more. Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024 The nine-villa property is mere steps away, and offers clear views of the water, sand and wildlife from its windows. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024 Head to Playa Rosa for lunch or dinner and learn about the captivating history surrounding this enclave known for its arts and wildlife. Zachary Rabinor, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wildlife 

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wildlife was in 1879

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“Wildlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wildlife. Accessed 13 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

wildlife

noun
wild·​life ˈwī(ə)l-ˌ(d)līf How to pronounce wildlife (audio)
: nonhuman living things and especially wild animals living in their natural environment

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