fucoid

Meanings

• A type of brown seaweed belonging to the Fucales order.

  - "The fucoid seaweed is commonly used as a food source in many coastal communities."
  - "Fucoid is rich in iodine, which is essential for the production of thyroid hormones in the human body."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with fucoid
fucus , lucid , sanguid , candid , vivid

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Homonyms

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1. Fucoid (en) : A type of brown seaweed belonging to the Fucales order.
   

2. Fucoid (en) : A class of proteins that bind to DNA in a sequence-specific manner.
   

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Homophones

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1. fucoid (en) : A type of brown seaweed belonging to the Fucales order.
   

2. fucoid (en) : A class of proteins that bind to DNA in a sequence-specific manner.
   

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Variants

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fucoid , fucoids

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Forms

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{"term"=>"Fucoid fronds", "description"=>"Fucoid fronds are the long, narrow, and flat structures that grow from the stipe (stalk) of the fucoid seaweed. They are typically brown in color and have a leathery texture. The fronds of the fucoid seaweed are an important source of various nutrients and minerals, including iodine, calcium, and potassium."}

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Etymology

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The term 'fucoid' is derived from the Latin word 'fucus', which means 'seaweed'. The suffix '-oid' indicates that the organism resembles the shape or form of the seaweed.

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Related Concepts

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1. Seaweed: Seaweed is a general term that refers to various types of marine algae that grow in the sea. Seaweed comes in a wide range of sizes, shapes, colors, and textures. Some common types of seaweed include brown seaweed (Fucales), red seaweed (Rhodophyta), and green seaweed (Chlorophyta). Seaweed is an important source of various nutrients and minerals, including iodine, calcium, and potassium. Seaweed is also rich in dietary fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals. Seaweed is commonly used as a food source in many coastal communities around the world. It is also used as a natural source of various nutrients and minerals in the production of food supplements and health products. Seaweed is also used in various industries, including agriculture, aquaculture, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and wastewater treatment. Seaweed is a valuable resource that has been used for various purposes for thousands of years. It continues to be an important source of various nutrients and minerals for humans and animals, as well as for various industries and applications.

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Culture

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[{"term"=>"Irish sea moss", "description"=>"Irish sea moss, also known as Irish moss or Chondrus crispus, is a type of red seaweed that grows in the cold waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. It has been traditionally used as a food source and as a natural source of various nutrients and minerals, including iodine, calcium, and potassium."}]

How to Memorize "fucoid"

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   - Imagine a brown seaweed that grows in the sea. It is long, narrow, and flat, with a leathery texture. The seaweed is typically brown in color and has a rich, earthy smell. It is commonly used as a food source in many coastal communities around the world. This is an example of a visualization that can help you memorize the definition and characteristics of the fucoid seaweed.

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