plankage

/ˈplæŋkeɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of marine flatworm, especially one of the genus Polycladida

“The researcher studied the plankage in the coral reef ecosystem.”

2. noun

a form of marine or aquatic vegetation

“The beach was lined with plankage, which provided shelter for various marine animals.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic vegetation
  • marine flatworm

Antonyms

  • animal
  • terrestrial plant