noun
- small cone-shaped marine mollusks that cling tightly to rocks and other surfaces in coastal areas
Examples
- The limpets were firmly attached to the tide pool rocks.
- She carefully pried the limpets off the pier with a knife.
- Limpets feed on algae that grow on rocky surfaces.
- The children found several limpets while exploring the beach.
- Limpets can survive being exposed to air during low tide.
- The scientist studied how limpets navigate back to their home spots.