Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Benthos.
Benthos - as a noun
A region including the bottom of the sea and the littoral zones
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
benthic divisionbenthonic zoneOrganisms (plants and animals) that live at or near the bottom of a sea, lake, river or stream
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
being8organism11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The study of benthos helps scientists understand the ecological health of marine ecosystems."
"Many benthic organisms make up the benthos of the deep sea."
"The benthos provides an important food source for many bottom-dwelling fish."
"The benthos consists of various organisms such as worms, clams, and sea anemones."
"Certain species of benthos play a key role in nutrient cycling in the ocean."
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Is BENTHOS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, benthos is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BENTHOS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
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Valid WordBENTHOS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
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Valid WordBENTHOS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
