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relating to organisms or plants that live or function both on land and in water
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existing, living, or situated entirely beneath the water's surface
- The subaquatic plants in the lake provide a habitat for many fish species.
- Scientists discovered a new species of subaquatic creatures living near the ocean floor.
- The subaquatic environment of the coral reef is teeming with vibrant marine life.
- Many subaquatic caves remain unexplored due to their depth and inaccessibility.
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conducted, operating, occurring beneath the surface of the water
- The team used subaquatic robots to map the ocean floor during their expedition.
- The research team used a subaquatic drone to study the seabed's geological formations.
- The marine biologist specialized in subaquatic photography to document sea life.
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