life-supporting
UK/'laifsə'pɔ:t/US
Definitions
adj.
Providing what is needed to sustain life.
维持生命的；支持生命的
Root Breakdown
Native Englishliferoot
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supportingroot
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life + supporting = supporting life. Often used scientifically (life-supporting planets).
Example Sentences
- 1.
Astronomers search for life-supporting conditions on other planets.