cryptozoon

Cryp·to·zo·on

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [krip-tuh-zoh-on]
- /ˌkrɪp təˈzoʊ ɒn/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [krip-tuh-zoh-on]
- /ˌkrɪp təˈzoʊ ɒn/

Definition of cryptozoon word

noun cryptozoon an extinct genus of algae from Precambrian and Cambrian times, forming irregularly hemispherical fossil colonies composed of layers of limy precipitate. 1

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Origin of cryptozoon

First appearance:

before 1883

One of the 23% newest English words

From New Latin, dating back to 1883; See origin at crypto-, -zoon

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Parts of speech for Cryptozoon

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cryptozoon popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 62% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

cryptozoon usage trend in Literature

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