spirulina
Microbiology. any of three species of the cyanobacteria genus Arthrospira, especially A. platensis, which is widely cultivated as a dietary supplement.
the dietary supplement itself, which is a source of protein, vitamins, and antioxidants: Add a spoonful of powdered spirulina to your morning smoothie.
Origin of spirulina
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How to use spirulina in a sentence
spirulina is often found growing with Oscillaria, and forms purple patches on wharves.
The Sea-beach at Ebb-tide | Augusta Foote ArnoldIn spirulina the filaments are spirally twisted like a corkscrew and also have a vibrating movement.
The Sea-beach at Ebb-tide | Augusta Foote Arnold
British Dictionary definitions for spirulina
/ (ˌspɪrʊˈlaɪnə, -ˈliːnə) /
any filamentous cyanobacterium of the genus Spirulina : processed as a valuable source of proteins and other nutrients
Origin of spirulina
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