polyzoa

/pɒliˈzoʊ.ə/

Definitions

1. noun

A class of aquatic, sessile invertebrates, typically colonial, and attached to a substrate, often found in freshwater or marine environments.

“The polyzoa in the lake formed a diverse ecosystem.”

2. plural noun

A group of zooids that form a single individual, often attached to a common stalk.

“The polyzoa in the aquarium were an interesting sight.”

Synonyms

  • bryozoans
  • moss animals

Antonyms

  • free-swimming organisms
  • mobile animals