zoophyta

/zoʊˈɒfɪtə/

Definitions

1. noun

A division of the animal kingdom that includes animals with both plant and animal characteristics.

“The zoophyta class of organisms is unique in its ability to photosynthesize like plants.”

2. noun

A type of marine animal that is a colony of small, usually sessile, polyps, typically attached to rocks or reefs.

“The coral reefs are home to a vast array of zoophyta species.”

Synonyms

  • colonial organisms
  • marine animals

Antonyms

  • invertebrate animals
  • terrestrial animals