suboceanic

[ suhb-oh-shee-an-ik ]

adjective

1. occurring or existing below the floor of the ocean:

   suboceanic oil.

2. of, relating to, or on the floor of the ocean:

   suboceanic plants.

suboceanic

/ sʌbˌəʊʃɪˈænɪk /

adjective

1. formed or situated beneath the ocean or ocean floor

Word History and Origins

Origin of suboceanic¹

First recorded in 1855–60; sub- + oceanic

Example Sentences

Much attention has been given to these suboceanic disturbances by Professor E. Rudolph.

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