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benthic

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ben·thos  (bnths)
n.
1. The collection of organisms living on or in sea or lake bottoms.
2. The bottom of a sea or lake.
[Greek.]
benthic (-thk), ben·thonic (bn-thnk) adj.
benthic  (bnthk)
Relating to the bottom of a sea or lake or to the organisms that live there.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.benthic - of or relating to or happening on the bottom under a body of water
benthal, benthonic
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