cypridina

/sɪˈprɪdɪnə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of small, bioluminescent crustaceans, commonly known as sea sparkles.

“The bioluminescent cypridinids lit up the ocean floor, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.”

Synonyms

  • bioluminescent crustacean
  • sea sparkle

Antonyms

  • dark organism
  • non-bioluminescent crustacean