CARRAGEEN - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

dark purple edible seaweed of the Atlantic coasts of Europe and North America

Synonyms

Carrageen, Carageen, Carragheen, Irish moss, Chondrus crispus

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "carrageen" was borrowed from Irish carraigín.

🧩 Fun Fact

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