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1. (n.) benthos
the biogeographic region that includes the bottom of a lake, sea, or ocean and the littoral and supralittoral zones of the shore. Also called benthic division, benthonic zone.
Etymology: (1890–95; < Gk bénthos depth (of the sea))
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1. (noun) benthos, benthic division, benthonic zone
a region including the bottom of the sea and the littoral zones
2. (noun) benthos
organisms (plants and animals) that live at or near the bottom of a sea
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