Definitions

1. noun

a family of soft corals, especially those belonging to the order Alcyonacea

“The marine biologist studied the Alcyoniaceae family to understand their unique characteristics.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Alcyonacea, especially in referring to the soft corals within the family Alcyoniaceae

“The alcyoniaceae corals were found thriving in the tropical waters of the Caribbean.”