CEFR C1

anthozoa

noun

Meaning

A class of marine invertebrates that includes the sea anemones, corals, and sea pens, characterized by a flower-like or plant-like appearance and a sac-like body with a single opening.

Examples

The Great Barrier Reef is a vast ecosystem built by anthozoa.
Scientists are studying the diversity of anthozoa in deep-sea trenches.

Synonyms: corals, sea anemones, cnidarians

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anthozoa (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ænˈθoʊ.zoʊ.ə/

Definition

A class of marine invertebrates that includes the sea anemones, corals, and sea pens, characterized by a flower-like or plant-like appearance and a sac-like body with a single opening.

Examples

The Great Barrier Reef is a vast ecosystem built by anthozoa.
Scientists are studying the diversity of anthozoa in deep-sea trenches.

Synonyms of anthozoa

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