barnicle

[US]/ˈbɑːnɪkl/
[UK]/ˈbɑːrnɪkl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.[Name] Barnicle; Variant spelling of barnacle (a marine crustacean)
Word Forms
Pluralbarnicles

Phrases & Collocations

remove barnicle

barnicle-covered

barnicle growth

clean barnicles

barnicle removal

Example Sentences

the barnacle encrusted hull of the ship significantly reduced its speed.

saltwater anglers often find barnacles clinging to their crab traps.

removing a barnacle from a rock requires a surprising amount of force.

the biologist is studying the life cycle of the common acorn barnacle.

he felt a sharp pain when he stepped on a sharp barnacle shell.

every spring, the maintenance crew scrapes the barnacles off the dock pilings.

the gooseneck barnacle is considered a delicacy in spanish cuisine.

whales often carry a heavy load of barnacles on their massive heads.

the coastal tide pool was filled with colorful sea anemones and barnacles.

a single barnacle attaches itself permanently to a hard surface filter feeding.

regular hull cleaning is necessary to prevent barnacle growth on yachts.

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