noun
- marine colonial animals with branching, tree-like structures, including sea fans and sea whips
Usage: marine biology
Examples
- The coral reef was decorated with colorful gorgonians swaying in the current.
- Marine biologists study gorgonians to understand ocean ecosystem health.
- Divers photographed the beautiful gorgonians growing on the underwater cliff.
- The aquarium’s tropical tank featured several species of gorgonians.
- Gorgonians provide shelter for many small fish and invertebrates.
- The research team collected samples of gorgonians for genetic analysis.