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Definition of pondweed

pondweed

/ˈpɑːndˌwiːd/
pond · weed
Plural:pondweeds
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pondweed Lexical Profile

pondweed Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of various submerged or floating aquatic plants, especially those of the genus Potamogeton, commonly found growing in fresh or brackish ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.

Example

"The shallow edges of the lake were choked with dense mats of pondweed, providing an ideal hiding place for juvenile fish and frogs."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

pond turtle
ponderosa pine
ponderosa pine snake
pondweed
pongola
ponkan
ponnaiyar

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English during the late 16th century as a compound of 'pond' and 'weed', directly describing its typical habitat and growth habit.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pondweed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 19, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pondweed
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