Definition

A type of marine mollusk with a conical shell that sticks tightly to rocks in tidal areas.

Example

The limpet clung to the rock, making it hard to remove.

Conversation

Did you ever see a limpet clinging to a rock at the beach?

Yeah, I remember how tightly they hold on!

It's amazing how they can survive the waves like that, right?

Totally! They really are tough little creatures.

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Root Explanation

The word 'limpet' originates from the Old English 'limpet', which refers to a type of marine mollusk. The term is derived from the Proto-Germanic '*limpō', meaning to cling or adhere, reflecting the limpet's characteristic of clinging to rocks.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'cling' to remember that a limpet is a creature that clings tightly to rocks in the sea.

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