elodea
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of elodea
First recorded in 1800–05; from New Latin, equivalent to Greek (h)elṓd(ēs) “marshy” (derivative of hélos “marsh”) + New Latin -ea adjective suffix; see -ode 1, -ea
Example Sentences
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For elodea in Alaska, Lake Hood is “the worst place but, to be honest, not unexpected,” said Heather Stewart, an invasive-species expert with the Alaska Department of Natural Resources.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 25, 2015
Now that Lake Hood has elodea, officials want to get it treated soon.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 25, 2015
The elodea discovery could result in departing planes bringing elodea to new sites, which is why officials are working to get the plant removed.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 25, 2015
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