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nektonic

Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • Of or pertaining to nekton; swimming. See nekton.

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  • adjective Swimming independently of currents

Etymologies

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From nekton + -ic

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cross-references (4)

Cross-references

  1. benthic
  2. oceanic
  3. pelagic
  4. planktonic

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  • biocon commented on the word nektonic

    According to OED, nektonic designates aquatic organisms that can swim and move independently of water currents.

    January 29, 2012