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copepod

/kɒpɪpɒd/ noun · British & US
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What does copepod mean?

noun

A small, usually transparent or translucent, usually free-swimming crustacean, typically with a rounded body and a pair of appendages that are used for swimming and feeding.

Example

"The copepod was an essential part of the ocean's ecosystem, serving as a food source for many larger animals."

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