subtidal
- noun
- /ˌsʌbˈtaɪdəl/
- Specialized
:
zona submareal
- Marine biologists collected samples from the subtidal to study underwater plant life.
Examples
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Many fish species make their homes in the subtidal because it is always covered by water.
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The subtidal supports a rich diversity of seaweeds and invertebrates.
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The subtidal zone is rich in marine life.
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Many species thrive in the subtidal environment.
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The subtidal zone is rich in marine life, including colorful corals and diverse fish species.
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During our dive, we explored the subtidal area, which was teeming with underwater plants and animals.
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Researchers are studying the health of the subtidal ecosystem to understand its impact on coastal fisheries.
Synonyms
27
2.9
The bottom of the sea or ocean with plains, ridges, and trenches
14
2.4
The ground at the bottom of the sea where sand and rocks lie
13
2.8
The ground under the sea or ocean
10
2.7
The bottom of the sea or ocean
3
3.7
The lowest part of the sea where sand and mud rest
2
2.5
The floor of the sea where sand, rocks, and animals live
Antonyms
How Deep
6
3.6
- Specialized
- Specialized
4
5.5
- Specialized
1
6.9
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word subtidal comes from sub- 'under' and tide 'the rise and fall of the sea'. As a noun, subtidal names the part of the sea floor below the low-tide mark that is always covered by water.