biomass
noun C1
Plain meaning
organic material used as fuel or measured in an ecosystem
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means organic material used as fuel or measured in an ecosystem, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned biomass as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines biomass in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear biomassevidence of biomasswidespread biomass
Watch out
Do not use “biomass” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.