Pronunciation: /ˌbaɪ.oʊˌluː.məˈnɛsənt/
noun a living organism that emits light
A1 Bioluminescent organisms glow in the dark.
A2 I saw a documentary about bioluminescent creatures.
B1 Scientists study the chemical process behind bioluminescence.
B2 The bioluminescent algae illuminated the ocean at night.
C1 The bioluminescent properties of certain deep-sea fish are still being researched.
C2 The bioluminescent display in the cave was truly mesmerizing.
adjective describing a living organism that emits light
A1 Some deep-sea creatures are bioluminescent, which means they can glow in the dark.
A2 The bioluminescent algae lit up the water, creating a beautiful display.
B1 Scientists study bioluminescent organisms to understand their unique abilities.
B2 The bioluminescent jellyfish illuminated the night ocean with their mesmerizing glow.
C1 Bioluminescent bacteria are used in research labs for various experiments and studies.
C2 The bioluminescent plankton created a stunning natural light show in the dark waters of the bay.
formal The bioluminescent organisms in the deep sea emit a soft blue light.
informal Have you ever seen those cool bioluminescent fish that light up underwater?
slang Dude, that jellyfish is totally lit up and bioluminescent!
figurative Her smile was so bright it was almost bioluminescent.
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