Duckweed (Noun)
Meaning
Any small or minute aquatic plant of the family Lemnaceae that float on or near the surface of shallow ponds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The small pond was almost entirely covered in a thick layer of duckweed, making it difficult for fish to breathe.
- Duckweed is a common problem in garden ponds as it can spread quickly and shade out other aquatic plants.
- The biologist carefully collected a sample of duckweed from the lake to study its unique growth habits.
- After a few weeks of inattention, the previously pristine pond was now clogged with duckweed and algae.
- The aquarium enthusiast warned that introducing duckweed into a tank without proper filtration could lead to a rapid decline in water quality.