environment · n
environment
B2 the conditions that you live or work in and the way that they influence how you feel or how effectively you can work
Dictionary examples:
As a parent you try to create a stable home environment. (42.2)
The office is quite bright and airy - it's a pleasant working environment. (58.3)
the environment
B1 the air, land and water where people, animals and plants live
Dictionary examples:
My pet rock is very eco-friendly. It never harms the environment! (0.0)
My cat thinks the living room is its personal jungle environment. (0.0)
The squirrels in the park formed a group to clean up their environment. (0.0)
We're not doing enough to protect the environment from pollution. (27.4)
The new road may cause damage to the environment. (32.7)