ecosystem
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A community of living things together with the environment they interact with.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Coral reefs support one of the most diverse _____ on the planet."
Answer: ecosystem
In your own words, what does "ecosystem" mean?
A community of living things together with the environment they interact with.
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