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algae; literary language; surname
Meanings
4 senses · 18 examplesnoun
algae; aquatic cryptogam plants
Refers to simple, non-flowering aquatic plants that lack true roots, stems, and leaves.
The pond is covered with green algae.
Kelp is an edible brown algae.
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Scientists discovered new algae species in the deep sea.
This type of algae can be used to make biofuels.
A layer of seaweed is attached to the seaside rocks.
noun
aquatic plants; water vegetation
formalBroader than the strict botanical definition of algae, includes some aquatic flowering plants like hornwort.
This ecological fish tank has various aquatic algae and water plants.
Bladderwort is an aquatic plant that preys on small insects.
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Hornwort is often used to purify water quality in fish tanks.
Overgrowth of aquatic plants in lakes will disrupt ecological balance.
Researchers analyzed aquatic plant communities in wetlands.
noun
ornate literary language; elaborate wording
literaryUsed in formal or literary contexts to describe flowery, decorative writing style.
This ancient essay is full of ornate literary language.
His writing is overly laden with flowery words and lacks genuine emotion.
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This poet is skilled at using exquisite wording to describe natural scenery.
Modern prose opposes the overuse of ornate language.
This speech uses plain language and does not pile up flowery words.
noun
surname Zao
A relatively rare Chinese surname.
Mr. Zao is a famous biologist.
I know a friend whose surname is Zao.
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The Zao family has a long history in this local area.