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meiofauna

/ ˈmaɪəʊˌfɔːnə /

noun

  1. the component of the fauna of a sea or lake bed comprising small (but not microscopic) animals, such as tiny worms and crustaceans


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Derived Forms

  • ˌmeioˈfaunal, adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of meiofauna1

C20: from Greek meiōn less + fauna

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