Mangrove
(noun)
- A tropical coastal tree or shrub that grows in saline soils and often forms dense thickets, especially in estuaries and mangrove swamps.
- A tropical tree or shrub that grows in saltwater marshes and swamps.
Origin:
From spanish manglar, from taĆno mancara.
Examples:
- Mangroves are found in the coastal areas of tropical regions.
- Mangroves help to protect coastlines from storms and erosion.
- Mangroves provide a habitat for many species of animals and fish.
- Mangroves are an important source of wood and other products.
- Mangroves play an important role in the ecosystem as they help to filter pollutants and sediment from the water.