Synonyms for

Krill

Verb / krɪl / Another word for krill — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Krill are small, shrimp-like creatures that are an important food source for whales and other marine animals.

Synonyms & similar words

plankton shrimp shellfish lobster crab prawn oyster clam mussel scallops squid octopus cuttlefish nautilus barnacle coral anemone jellyfish sponge urchin

Example sentences

  1. The humpback whale eats krill to survive.
  2. Krill are important for the ocean's ecosystem.
  3. The krill population has been decreasing due to climate change.
  4. You can find krill in the Antarctic waters.
  5. Krill are part of the zooplankton group.

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  • The krill swarmed in such dense masses that they turned the water an oily brown and left a slick of scum on the surface when they departed.
  • The tiny krill, each no larger than a paper clip, form the foundation of the food pyramid that supports Antarctic life.
  • Krill, tiny shrimp-like organisms, are the foundation of the Antarctic food web.

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