Definition

This term describes something that is found in the deep parts of the ocean, particularly at depths ranging from about 1,000 to 4,000 meters.

Example

Many unique species thrive in the bathypelagic zone of the ocean.

Conversation

Did you know there are fish that live in the bathypelagic zone of the ocean?

Really? I had no idea there were creatures that deep.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they adapt to such dark conditions.

I would love to learn more about those bathypelagic species!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bathypelagic → It is formed from "bathy-" (from Greek "bathus", meaning deep) and "pelagic" (from Greek "pelagikos", meaning of the sea). The word "bathypelagic" refers to the deep-sea zone, specifically the layer of the ocean that is very deep and far from the shore.

Memory Tip

Think of 'deep' ('bathy-') and 'of the sea' ('pelagic') to remember that 'bathypelagic' describes the deep parts of the ocean.

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