Definition

A small animal that lives in water and is part of the zooplankton, which are tiny organisms that float in the water.

Example

The ocean is full of various zooplankters that play a crucial role in the aquatic food chain.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a zooplankter?

Yeah, I think they're tiny animals in the ocean, right?

Exactly! They play a big role in the marine ecosystem.

That's cool! I didn't realize how important zooplankters are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Zooplankter → It is formed from "zoo-" (from Greek "zōion", meaning animal) and "plankter" (from Greek "planktos", meaning wandering or drifting). The word describes a drifting or wandering animal, specifically referring to small aquatic organisms that float in water bodies.

Memory Tip

Think of 'animal' ('zoo-') that is 'drifting' ('planktos') in the water — that's what a zooplankter is.

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