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BOTTOM-DWELLING Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word bottom-dwelling. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word bottom-dwelling. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for BOTTOM-DWELLING

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abyssal
adjectiveadj
adjective

• relating to ocean depths from 2000 to 5000 meters

adjective satellite

• resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable

benthic
adjectiveadj
adjective

• of or relating to or happening on the bottom under a body of water

deep-sea
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• of or taking place in the deeper parts of the sea

subaqueous
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• growing or remaining under water

submarine
nounn
noun

• a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes

• a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States

adjective satellite

• beneath the surface of the sea

verb

• move forward or under in a sliding motion

• throw with an underhand motion

• bring down with a blow to the legs

• control a submarine

• attack by submarine

Best Hypernyms For BOTTOM-DWELLING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for bottom-dwelling, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
animal being creature organism
Phrases (1)
living thing

Alternatives for ABYSSAL

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