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Definition of Endangered species
1. Noun. A species whose numbers are so small that the species is at risk of extinction.
Specialized synonyms: Australian Lungfish, Neoceratodus Forsteri, Queensland Lungfish
Generic synonyms: Species
Generic synonyms: Species
Definition of Endangered species
1. Noun. A species which is in danger of becoming extinct. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Endangered species
1. Any species which is in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range. (09 Oct 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Endangered Species
Literary usage of Endangered species
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. OECD Environmental Performance Reviews by Lorents G. (FRW) Lorentsen, OECD Staff (2004)
"8.4 endangered species ... Statutory Order concerning Protection of Endangered
Species, together with relevant regulations in the Environmental Code, ..."