Living

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Living

Living (pronunciation: /ˈlɪvɪŋ/), from the Old English lifian, meaning "to be alive," is a term used to describe the state of being alive and having life. It is a fundamental concept in biology and medicine, and is often used in a broader sense to refer to the activities, experiences, and conditions that characterize life.

Definition

In a biological context, living refers to the condition of being alive, which is typically characterized by the ability to grow, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and adapt to the environment. In a broader sense, it can also refer to the way in which an individual or organism experiences and interacts with the world.

Related Terms

  • Life: The condition that distinguishes animals and plants from inorganic matter, including the capacity for growth, reproduction, functional activity, and continual change preceding death.
  • Biology: The scientific study of life and living organisms.
  • Medicine: The science and practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases and injuries in living organisms.
  • Health: The state of being free from illness or injury, often considered a key indicator of the quality of life.
  • Lifestyle: The way in which a person or group lives, including patterns of behavior, interaction, consumption, work, activity and interests that describe how a person spends their time.

Etymology

The term living comes from the Old English lifian, which means "to be alive." It is related to the Old High German līban and the Old Norse lifna, both of which also mean "to be alive."

Pronunciation

The term living is pronounced as /ˈlɪvɪŋ/.

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