nymphon

/ˈnɪmfɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of marine worm, a polychaete of the family Nymphonellidae, that lives in deep-sea environments

“The deep-sea explorer discovered a number of fascinating creatures, including a rare nymphon, in the dark depths of the ocean.”

Synonyms

  • marine worm
  • polychaete

Antonyms

  • land animal