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seagrass

American  
[see-gras] / ˈsiˌgræs /

noun

  1. any of various marine or freshwater plants such as eelgrass or tape grass, growing underwater in the shallows and having leaves that resemble long blades of grass.


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"Oil contamination in the Hallaniyat Islands threatens coral reefs, seagrass meadows and coastal habitats that support endangered sea turtles, migratory seabirds and marine mammals," Noelle said.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

For the next hour or so, the volunteers sift through the seagrass as it lays flat on the shore.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

"Lamu's mangroves, coral reefs and seagrass beds are not expendable. They support fisheries, livelihoods and coastal protection," the NGO said.

From Barron's Jul. 14, 2026

Looe Harbour Commissioners and the Ocean Conservation Trust have joined forces to protect one of the largest seagrass meadows in the South West.

From BBC Jun. 23, 2026

They glided between kelp fronds and over seagrass and into a cave in the side of the reef.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown

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