zoophyte

/ˈzoʊəfaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of marine invertebrate animal that belongs to the phylum cnidaria, typically a colony of polyps, such as a coral or a sea anemone.

“The reef was home to a diverse array of zoophytes, including colorful corals and sea anemones.”

Synonyms

  • cnidarian
  • polyp

Antonyms

  • vertebrate