bioenvironmental

American

[bahy-oh-en-vahy-ruhn-men-tl, -vahy-ern-] / ˌbaɪ oʊ ɛnˌvaɪ rənˈmɛn tl, -ˌvaɪ ərn- /

adjective

Ecology.

pertaining to the environment of living organisms.

Bioenvironmental engineers seek to reduce air and water pollution.

Etymology

Origin of bioenvironmental

First recorded in 1960–65; bio- + environmental

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“I suggested the blast door be opened for more ventilation and no contact with the substance be made,” a bioenvironmental engineer documents.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 28, 2023

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