Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zoon
noun
/zoʊən/
Definition
A taxonomic unit that is a single-celled organism or a multicellular organism.
Examples
- The study of each zoon often helps scientists understand biodiversity.
- In her research, she focused on the impact of pollution on various zoon populations.
Meaning
The term ‘zoon’ is used in biological sciences to refer to animals as distinct from plants or microorganisms.
Synonyms
- animal
- creature
- organism
