rotiferan

/roʊtɪfərən/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the phylum Rotifera, a group of small invertebrate animals found in freshwater environments.

“The zoologist studied the behavior of rotiferans in a nearby pond.”

2. adjective

Relating to or denoting the phylum Rotifera.

“The rotiferan fauna of the lake is diverse and well-studied.”

Synonyms

  • rotifer
  • wheel animalcule

Antonyms

  • vertebrate