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pelagic environment

Definition

noun. an ocean environment that is away from the coast.

Example Sentence

Does the box jellyfish live in the benthic or pelagic environment?

More Example Sentences

The pelagic environment has many different species.

Synonyms

open ocean; deep sea; marine habitat

Antonyms

coastal environment; shore; land

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