Lifeform

Pronunciation: /ˈɫaɪfˈfɔɹm/

Lifeform (noun)

  1. A living being, such as an animal, plant, or microbe, that grows, uses energy, and can reproduce.
  2. Any kind of living creature that might exist outside Earth, especially in space research and science fiction.

Examples

  • A lifeform needs water to survive.
  • Scientists study each lifeform in the forest.