gorgonia Definition
- 1a genus of octocorals in the family Gorgoniidae, commonly known as sea fans or gorgonians
- 2a soft coral with a branching, fan-like structure
Using gorgonia: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gorgonia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The gorgonia is a beautiful and delicate creature that lives in the ocean.
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The sea fans are a type of gorgonia that can be found in many different colors.
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The gorgonia is an important part of the marine ecosystem, providing shelter and food for many other species.
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Summary: gorgonia in Brief
Gorgonia [gawr-goh-nee-uh] is a genus of octocorals in the family Gorgoniidae, commonly known as sea fans or gorgonians. They are soft corals with a branching, fan-like structure. Gorgonia is an important part of the marine ecosystem, providing shelter and food for many other species.
