nemertea

/nɛmərˈtiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

a phylum of marine worms that are often brightly colored and have a long, slender body.

“Some species of nemertea are found in shallow tide pools, where they feed on small invertebrates.”

Synonyms

  • marine worms
  • ribbon worms

Antonyms

  • insects
  • terrestrial worms