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Meaning of the word kelp in English

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kelp

US /kelp/
UK /kelp/
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Noun

a large brown seaweed that typically has a long, tough stalk and a broad frond, forming dense beds in coastal waters.

Example:
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Divers explored the vibrant kelp forest.
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Sea otters often wrap themselves in kelp to avoid drifting away.
Synonym:
seaweed algae
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