Habitat
/ˈhæb.ɪ.tæt/noun
The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.
Did you know?The term 'habitat' comes from the Latin for 'it has been inhabited,' hinting at the deep connection between beings and their environments, almost like a spellbinding relationship.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
habitat
“It dwells or resides.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
habitatio
“A dwelling or residence.”
Old French
Old French
habitat
“Home or dwelling place.”
14th Century
English
habitat
“The place where an organism lives.”
Modern English
English
habitat
“The natural environment of a species.”