photinian

/ˌfoʊtɪˈniən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a type of jellyfish.

“The photinian medusae were observed in the coastal waters.”

2. noun

a type of jellyfish, especially one of the genus Photina.

“The biologists studied the behavior of a photinian in its natural habitat.”

Synonyms

  • jellyfish-like
  • medusan

Antonyms

  • non-marine
  • terrestrial