Antedon

/ænˈtɛd.ən/ noun

A genus of free-living sea lilies or crinoids, marine animals with feathery arms attached to a cup-shaped body.

From New Latin, combining Greek 'ante' (before) and Greek 'odous' (tooth). Named by scientists studying these ancient-looking creatures from the ocean depths.

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