plankton
Translation
plankton
Examples
Whales feed on plankton in the ocean.
Whales feed on plankton in the ocean.
Grammar Patterns
plankton the small and microscopic organisms drifting or floating in the sea or fresh water. Whales eat plankton.
Similar Words
Synonyms: microorganisms, marine life
Etymology
From Greek 'planktos' meaning 'drifting.' Plankton are organisms that drift in water.
Memory Tips
Think of a tiny 'plank' of wood 'drifting' (ton) on the water.