chaetognath

/kɪˌɔɡˈnæθ/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of marine animal, a worm-like, usually predatory, invertebrate with a long, slender body and usually a pair of grasping appendages.

“Chaetognaths are an important food source for many marine species, including fish and whales.”

Synonyms

  • arrow worm
  • marine worm

Antonyms

  • land-based invertebrate
  • terrestrial animal