krill
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Noun — Tiny shrimp-like sea creatures that drift in huge swarms and form a key part of the ocean food chain.
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Etymology
From Norwegian kril, originally meaning small fry or tiny fish.
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What does “krill” mean?
The word “krill” means tiny shrimp-like sea creatures that drift in huge swarms and form a key part of the ocean food chain. In plain terms, small ocean crustaceans that whales, seals, and seabirds rely on for food.
How do you pronounce “krill”?
“Krill” is pronounced krihl (/kɹɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “krill” in a sentence?
Here is “krill” used in a sentence: “Blue whales can eat several tons of krill in a single day.”
What part of speech is “krill”?
“Krill” is a noun.
Where does the word “krill” come from?
The word “krill” comes from Norwegian. From Norwegian kril, originally meaning small fry or tiny fish.