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Definitions

kelp

[kelp] / kɛlp /
NOUN
algae
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG


Example Sentences

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The first breakthrough came after some kelp was left out on a counter over a long July 4th weekend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Using copper to transmit the sound vibrations through the kelp soup, scientists played Huber’s recordings, which triggered something that caused the brew to act like the original.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

"In Strangford Lough, we have seagrass beds that support overwintering Brent Geese, rocky reefs with kelp forests and a range of species from starfish, anemones and crabs to seals and dolphins," he said.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

In a recent expedition to Antarctica, new cases were discovered in Antarctic cormorants, kelp gulls, Adelie and gentoo penguins, and Antarctic fur seals, Neira told AFP.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

And through the back door comes the smell of kelp and barnacles when the tide is out and the smell of salt and spray when the tide is in.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck