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bathypelagic

/ˌbæθɪˈpɛlædʒɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does bathypelagic mean?

adjective

Relating to or denoting the zone of the ocean between 200 and 1,000 meters deep, characterized by a lack of light and a scarcity of life.

Example

"The bathypelagic zone of the ocean is home to a variety of deep-sea creatures that have adapted to the extreme conditions."

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