surface-dwelling

[US]/[ˈsɜːfɪs ˈdwelɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈsɜːrfɪs ˈdwelɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Living or inhabiting the surface of something.; Relating to or characteristic of creatures that live on the surface.
n.A creature that lives on the surface.

Phrases & Collocations

surface-dwelling creatures

surface-dwelling life

surface-dwelling people

becoming surface-dwelling

surface-dwelling habits

surface-dwelling world

surface-dwelling species

surface-dwelling existence

surface-dwelling civilization

surface-dwelling areas

Example Sentences

the surface-dwelling creatures often hid from the rain.

surface-dwelling life is challenging with constant exposure to the elements.

many surface-dwelling plants have adapted to arid conditions.

the archaeologist studied the artifacts of the surface-dwelling people.

surface-dwelling rodents are a common problem for farmers.

we observed the behavior of surface-dwelling insects in the desert.

the surface-dwelling civilization thrived on agriculture and trade.

protecting surface-dwelling ecosystems is crucial for biodiversity.

the surface-dwelling animals sought shelter from the harsh sun.

surface-dwelling bacteria can survive in extreme environments.

the research focused on the impact of climate change on surface-dwelling species.

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