bathyal

/ˈbæθɪəl/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or inhabiting the bathyal zone, the layer of the ocean extending from about 200 to 1,000 meters below the surface

“The bathyal zone of the ocean is characterized by a lack of sunlight and a diverse array of deep-sea creatures.”

Synonyms

  • abyssopelagic
  • bathypelagic

Antonyms

  • shallow
  • surface