Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fucoid

Adjective

/ˈfjuː.kɔɪd/

Definition

A term relating to or resembling algae, especially brown algae of the order Fucales.

Examples

The fucoid traits of the organism suggest it is closely related to the fucus family.
Researchers studied fucoid algae to understand their ecological impact.

Meaning

Fucoid describes plants or organisms that are similar to or derived from the fucus, which is a genus of brown algae. The term is often used in a biological context.