Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

barnacled

Adjective

/ˈbɑːr.nə.kəld/

Definition

Covered with barnacles or similar crustaceans.

Examples

The barnacled hull of the old ship was a testament to years of neglect.
She scrapped the barnacled wood from the dock to reveal the new planks underneath.
In the marine biologist’s study, they took note of the barnacled surfaces on various underwater structures.

Meaning

The term barnacled refers to something that is attached or adhered to by barnacles, which are marine crustaceans that typically attach themselves to surfaces, often seen on ships, rocks, and other submerged structures.