seabed

[see-bed]

noun

1. seafloor.

Word History and Origins

Origin of seabed¹

First recorded in 1830–40; sea + bed

Example Sentences

Some decapods, like lobsters and shrimp, have a thick cylindrical abdomen with a muscular tail for snapping backwards at high speed and burrowing on the seabed.

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In most lobsters, this combination results in a dark, muddy blue-green shell that helps them blend into the seabed.

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Capturing the energy at the shore enables Eco Wave Power to keep the “expensive parts” on dry land and avoid disturbing the seabed or marine environment.

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Rough seas and strong winds are usually responsible for dislodging starfish from their seabed habit.

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The accommodation blocks were raised from the seabed towards the end of 1988.

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