alge

Definitions of alge
  1. noun
    primitive chlorophyll-containing mainly aquatic eukaryotic organisms lacking true stems and roots and leaves
    synonyms: wier
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    types:
    zeewier
    plant growing in the sea, especially marine algae
    kelp
    large brown seaweeds having fluted leathery fronds
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