English Words Starting With E

• ecopolitics

  nounC1/C2
  /ˈiː.kəʊˌpɒl.ə.tɪks/The political aspects and implications of environmental issues and ecological concerns.
• ecorche

  nounRare
  /ˈeɪ.kɔːʃ/A figure in which the skin and subcutaneous tissue are removed to reveal the underlying musculature for anatomical study.
• ecoregion

  nounLow
  /ˈiːkəʊˌriːdʒən/A large area of land or water defined by its distinct ecological characteristics, including climate, geology, and species composition.
• ecorse

  nounExtremely rare / obsolete
  /ɪˈkɔːs/The bark or outer covering of a tree; historically, a layer of skin or outer peel.
• ecospecies

  nounC2
  /ˌiːkəʊˈspiːʃiːz/A taxonomic group of organisms (usually plants) within a species that is adapted to a specific ecological habitat or region.
• ecosphere

  nounLow (C1+)
  /ˈiː.kəʊ.sfɪər/The region of space around a star in which conditions are suitable for life to exist; a closed, self-sustaining ecosystem.
• ecossaise

  nounLow
  /ˌeɪkɒˈseɪz/A Scottish tune in 2/4 time for a lively country dance.
• ecosystem

  nounHigh
  /ˈiːkəʊˌsɪstəm/A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
• ecosystem services

  plural-nounC1/C2
  /ˈiːkəʊˌsɪstəm ˈsɜːvɪsɪz/The tangible benefits that humans freely obtain from the natural environment and from properly-functioning ecosystems.
• ecotage

  nounRare / Very Low
  /ˈiːkəʊtɑːʒ/An act of sabotage committed for environmental reasons, typically involving damage to property associated with pollution or ecological harm.
• ecotarian

  adjectivenounLow
  /ˌiːkə(ʊ)ˈtɛːrɪən/A person who chooses food based on its ecological impact, prioritizing sustainability, local sourcing, and ethical production methods.
• ecotecture

  nounC2/Low
  /ˈiː.kəʊˌtɛk.tʃə/An architectural approach or style that prioritises ecological sustainability, environmental integration, and energy efficiency in building design.
• ecoterrorist

  nounC2
  /ˈiː.kəʊˌter.ər.ɪst/A person who uses violence, intimidation, or property destruction for political goals related to environmental protection, often targeting industries or organizations perceived as harming nature.
• ecotone

  nounC2 (Very Low Frequency)
  /ˈiːkə(ʊ)təʊn/A transition zone between two distinct ecological communities or ecosystems (e.g., forest and grassland).
• ecotourism

  nounB2
  /ˈiːkəʊˌtʊərɪzəm/Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education.
• ecotype

  nounC2
  /ˈiːkəʊtaɪp/A distinct form of a plant or animal species occupying a particular habitat.
• ecozone

  nounC1
  /ˈiːkəʊzəʊn/A major biogeographic region characterized by distinct ecological communities formed and maintained by the shared climate, geology, and evolutionary history.
• ecphonesis

  nounVery Rare
  /ˌɛkfəˈniːsɪs/A sudden, emotional exclamation or outcry.
• ecraseur

  nounVery Low (Specialist Medical Term)
  /eɪˌkrɑːˈzɜː(r)/A surgical instrument with a chain or wire loop used for constricting and severing tissue, such as a haemorrhoid or tumour stalk.
• ecrevisse

  nounVery Low / Obsolete
  /ˌeɪkrəˈviːs/The French word for crayfish or freshwater lobster.

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