habitat

[hab-i-tat] / ˈhæb ɪˌtæt /

NOUN

residence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cave dwelling environment haven nest surroundings terrain territory

STRONG

abode accommodations address apartment berth biosphere condo condominium crib den digs domicile element fireside flat habitation haunt hearth hole home homestead house housing locale locality lodging nook occupancy occupation pad place quarters range residency roof roost seat settlement site turf

WEAK

commorancy home plate stamping ground stomping ground

Antonyms

WEAK

unnatural surroundings

Example Sentences

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After two years of careful preparation, licensing and habitat creation, the beavers were released into a purpose-built enclosure at the estate.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The committee’s authority is limited to very uncommon circumstances in which there are no “reasonable and prudent alternatives” that would avoid jeopardizing a listed species or impair a species’ critical habitat.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Charles Whitbread, the estate's owner, said it was a "long and complex journey" and seeing the beavers in their new habitat was "truly wonderful".

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Are you interested in creating a native habitat or have questions about your plants?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

In 1920 Australian entomologists were sent to North and South America to study insect enemies of the prickly pears in their native habitat.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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