limnetic

/ˈlɪm.nɪ.tɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the zone of water in a lake or sea where the water is too deep for rooted aquatic plants to grow

“The limnetic zone of the lake was home to a diverse array of fish and invertebrates.”

Synonyms

  • limnetical
  • limnetical zone

Antonyms

  • benthic