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abyssal

adjectivemasculine/femininetechnicalcommon/ɐβiˈsal/a·bis·sal

Definition

1

Relating to the depths of the ocean, especially below 2000 meters.

Usage examples

“The abyssal plain is a vast, flat area of the ocean floor.”
“Abyssal creatures have adapted to extreme pressure.”

Common combinations

abyssal plainabyssal zone