Limpet (noun)

1. A type of marine mollusk that has a conical shell and clings to rocks or other surfaces in the intertidal zone.
2. A small, low-growing plant that clings to rocks or other surfaces.

Origin:

From old english lempedu "limpet".

Examples:

1. Limpet is a common food in coastal areas, and can be eaten raw or cooked.
2. The limpet's shell is shaped like a cone and it attaches itself to rocks or other surfaces by means of a strong muscular foot.
3. Limpet is a common name for various kinds of sea snails, characterized by a simple, conical shell.
4. The limpet's scientific name is Patella vulgata.
5. The limpet is a keystone species, meaning that its presence supports the diversity of the ecosystem.