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zooplankton

/ˌzoʊoplæŋktɑːn/ noun · British & US
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What does zooplankton mean?

noun

Small, usually microscopic, animal organisms that drift in water, especially in the ocean, and are an important food source for many larger animals.

Example

"The zooplankton in the coral reef played a crucial role in the marine ecosystem."

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