zooplankton

/ˈzəʊ.ə.plaŋ(k).tən/

ZƏƱ · ə · plaŋ(k) · tən (4 syllables)

English Noun
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Definition

Free-floating small protozoa, crustaceans (such as krill), etc. and the eggs and larvae from larger animals.

Etymology

From zoo- + plankton.

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