ophiurida

/ɒfaɪˈʊərɪdə/

Definitions

1. noun

An order of brittle stars, having an elongated body and a series of short, flexible arms.

“The marine biologist studied the ophiurida found in the depths of the ocean.”

Synonyms

  • brittle star
  • ophiuran

Antonyms

  • crab
  • lobster