Vocabulary Entry

tardigrade

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noun

A microscopic water-dwelling animal known for its resilience, often referred to as a 'water bear.'

Example Sentences

"The tardigrade can survive extreme conditions that would be fatal to most forms of life."

"Researchers discovered tardigrades in a moss sample collected from the Himalayas."

"Due to their unique biology, tardigrades are a subject of interest in astrobiology."