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archaeon

/ˈɑːriːɒn/ noun · British & US
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What does archaeon mean?

noun

A type of microorganism that is a member of the domain Archaea, typically found in extreme environments such as hot springs and salt lakes.

Example

"The team of scientists discovered a new species of archaeon in the depths of the ocean."

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