gorgonia

/ˈɡɔrɡoʊniə/

Definitions

1. noun

Any of a group of colonial corals of the family Gorgoniidae, characterized by a flexible, branching or fan-shaped colony.

“The diver marveled at the colorful gorgonia swaying in the ocean current.”

Synonyms

  • coral
  • sea fan

Antonyms

  • coral reef