Definition

A type of coarse, brown seaweed that grows on rocks in coastal areas and belongs to certain genera like Fucus and Ascophyllum.

Example

The tide pools were filled with rockweed, providing a habitat for many small sea creatures.

Conversation

Have you ever seen rockweed on the beach?

Yeah, it's that brown seaweed that grows on the rocks, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how it survives in such harsh conditions.

Me too! It's amazing how nature works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rockweed → The word is formed from "rock" (from Old English *rocc*, meaning a large stone or boulder) and "weed" (from Old English *wēod*, meaning a plant or herb). Rockweed refers to a type of seaweed that typically grows on rocky shores.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'large stone' ('rock') where this 'plant' ('weed') grows — that's why rockweed is a plant found on rocky shores.

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