abiotic

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Etymology

First attested in 1874. From a- + biotic, the first element from Ancient Greek ἀ- and the second from Ancient Greek βιωτικός, from βίος + -ῐκός.

Pronunciation

• (America) IPA: /ˌeɪ.baɪˈɑt.ɪk/

Adjective

abiotic (not comparable)

1. Nonliving, inanimate, characterised by the absence of life; of inorganic matter. [Mid 20^th century.]
2. Tending to inhibit or destroy life; antibiotic; incompatible with life. [Mid 20^th century.]

Translations

• French: abiotique
• Portuguese: abiótico
• Spanish: abiótico

Translations

• Portuguese: abiótico

Noun

abiotic (plural abiotics)

1. Any such material

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