serpulae

/sɜːrˈpʊleɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of marine polychaete worms, typically living in tubes and having setae for locomotion.

“The coral reef was home to various species of serpulae, which added to the marine biodiversity of the area.”

2. plural noun

The serpulae fossils found in the rock formation suggest a rich marine history in the region.

“Fossilized serpulae, along with other ancient sea creatures, provided valuable insights into the region’s prehistoric marine ecosystems.”

Synonyms

  • marine worms
  • polychaete worms

Antonyms

  • non-marine animals
  • terrestrial worms