serpulid

/ˈsɜːrpyʊlɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of marine bivalve mollusk, especially of the family Serpulidae, often forming reefs or colonies.

“The coral reef was actually a massive colony of serpulids.”

Synonyms

  • marine bivalve
  • serpulid worm

Antonyms

  • land-dwelling mollusk
  • terrestrial animal