neuston

neus·ton

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Definitions of neuston word

noun neuston the aggregate of minute aquatic organisms that float or swim in the surface film of a body of water. 1
noun neuston organisms, similar to plankton, that float on the surface film of open water 0
noun neuston the ecosystem of the surface film of open water in which such organisms as copepods graze on tiny flagellates, bacteria, etc 0
noun neuston minute organisms, as mosquito larvae, existing in or dependent upon the surface film of a body of water 0

before 1925

One of the 11% newest English words

1925-30; < German; noun use of neuter of Greek neustós swimming, verbid of neîn to swim

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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