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Biotic

//baɪˈɑ.tɪk// adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, pertaining to, or produced by life or living organisms. not-comparable

    "This study and others at Bolinas Lagoon show that a number of variables, both biotic and abiotic, influence individual, local and regional distribution patterns of Dunlin."

  2. 2
    Misspelling of biontic. alt-of, misspelling, not-comparable

    "The biotic level involves basic, nonthoughtful adjustments made in the struggle for existence."

Adjective
  1. 1
    of or relating to living organisms wordnet
Noun
  1. 1
    A nutritional substance that improves the health of gastrointestinal microorganisms, especially one that occurs naturally.

    "This is done by manipulating the microflora that reside within the GIT of all living things and this is the point at which all the "biotics" come into play."

  2. 2
    A simple organic organism that is more complex than an organic molecule but simpler than a plant or animal.

    "The biotics constitute an extensive group of organic materials that are simple, living microorganisms and cannot be expressed as chemical formulas."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Ancient Greek βιωτικός (biōtikós, “of life”), from βίος (bíos, “life”). Equivalent to bio- + -otic.

Etymology 2

From Ancient Greek βιωτικός (biōtikós, “of life”), from βίος (bíos, “life”). Equivalent to bio- + -otic.

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