Definitions

1. noun

a marine or freshwater animal of the phylum Bryozoa, typically living in colonies.

“The museum exhibited a collection of rare bryozoans, showcasing their complex life cycles.”

2. noun

a group of small, colonial animals, typically living in a branching or encrusting form.

“The coral reefs were home to diverse bryozoans, which contributed to their unique biodiversity.”

3. noun

a fossil of a bryozoan, often found in sedimentary rocks.

“The paleontologist carefully excavated a well-preserved bryozoan fossil from the rock formation.”