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Plankton Definition & Meaning

plankton
noun
  1. the aggregate of small plant and animal organisms that float or drift in great numbers in fresh or salt water

"Plankton" in song lyrics

See how plankton is used in real songs:

  • "freshwater plankton"
    AOL — AOL
  • "meadow plankton"
    AOL — AOL
  • "sea plankton"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does plankton mean?
the aggregate of small plant and animal organisms that float or drift in great numbers in fresh or salt water
What part of speech is plankton?
Plankton is a noun.

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