What does ZOEAL mean?

zoeal

1. Parts of Speech: adjective

2. Definitions:

• relating to or denoting a larval stage of certain crustaceans, typically shrimp, in which the body is divided into segments and has a characteristic spiny appearance.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈzoʊ.i.əl/
• UK: /ˈzəʊ.i.əl/

4. Origin and Usage:

• The word "zoeal" comes from the Greek word "zoion" which means animal. It is used to describe the larval stage of certain crustaceans, particularly shrimp. The term is commonly used in marine biology and zoology.

5. Synonyms:

• larval
• juvenile
• young

6. Related Words:

• larva
• crust
• shrimp
• spiny
• stage

7. Example Sentences:

• The zoeal stage of the shrimp is characterized by a spiny appearance.
• Scientists are studying the zoeal stage of crustaceans to better understand their development.
• The zoeal larvae of certain shrimp species are an important food source for many marine animals.