Definition
millepore
noun
- A colonial marine organism of the genus Millepora, resembling coral but belonging to a different class (Hydrozoa); fire coral.
Usage: marine biology; also called fire coral
Examples
- Divers must be careful when exploring coral reefs because millepore can cause painful stings.
- The millepore colony grew rapidly along the reef structure.
- Unlike true corals, millepore belongs to the hydrozoan class.
- Snorkelers should avoid touching millepore, as it can irritate the skin.
- The bright yellow millepore stood out against the darker reef formations.