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hornwort

/hɔːrnwɜːrt/ noun · British & US
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What does hornwort mean?

noun

A genus of aquatic plants, typically found in freshwater environments, characterized by their horn-shaped leaves or stems. Hornwort is often used as a decorative element in aquariums.

Example

"The aquarium owner carefully placed a few sprigs of hornwort among the rocks to create a natural-looking environment."

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