biofouling

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The accumulation of living organisms (bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae and invertebrates) on a wetted surface.

Word forms

biofouling biofoulings

Etymology

From bio- + fouling.

Derived words

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