"perilithon" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} perilithon (uncountable)
  1. (ecology) A form of periphyton found on submerged rocks Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Ecology
    Sense id: en-perilithon-en-noun-KlmLmh9I Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: biology, ecology, natural-sciences

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