benthic black
"Benthic black" combines the deep-sea term "benthic" with a very dark shade of blue-magenta, often used to describe the coloration of seafloor environments or organisms.
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Definition
B2Color
(general)A very dark shade of blue-magenta.
Example
- The artist chose benthic black to capture the depth of the ocean in his painting.
C1Marine Biology
(technical, academic)The dark coloration found in organisms or materials that live on the seafloor.
Example
- The benthic black hue of the deep-sea fish helps it blend into its dark environment.
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