# abyssal zone

> English word · Noun · IPA /əˈbɪs.l̩ zəʊn/

## Definitions
1. The oceanic realm consisting of the deep ocean, typified by a dearth of plant life, and plentiful carnivorous animals that are able to withstand extreme pressure.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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