abyssal zone

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Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /əˈbɪs.l̩ zəʊn/
• (America) IPA: /əˈbɪs.l̩ zoʊn/

Noun

abyssal zone

1. (geography) The oceanic realm consisting of the deep ocean, typified by a dearth of plant life, and plentiful carnivorous animals that are able to withstand extreme pressure.

Synonyms

• abyss

Translations

• French: abysse
• Portuguese: zona abissal

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