Word of the day: KRILL

Pronunciation: ˈ kril UK /krɪl/ US /krɪl/

Meaning:

‘Krill’ are small, shrimp-like marine crustaceans that belong to the order Euphausiacea. They are a vital food source for many large marine animals.

Origin and history:

The English word "krill" comes from the Norwegian word krill/kril, meaning “small fry of fish” or “whale food.”

It originally referred to larval fish, but by the 19th century, it became the accepted English term for these tiny crustaceans.

Cultural significance and modern usage:

Krill's cultural significance is primarily linked to its vital role in the Antarctic ecosystem, where it is a "keystone species" supporting numerous predators like whales and penguins. Beyond this, its cultural impact extends to economic and culinary uses, as it i

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