Definitions

1. noun

A suborder of scaly, worm-like, marine animals found in the class Holothuroidea, typically living in the deep sea or ocean floor.

“The deep-sea discovery included various species of holothurians, specifically the lepidoidei suborder.”

2. adjective

Of or relating to the lepidoidei suborder of holothurians.

“The lepidoidei species exhibit unique adaptations for survival in deep-sea environments.”