Adjective: coralline 'kor-u,lIn [N. Amer], 'kó-ru,lIn [Brit]
- Coral-like in structure or appearance; of a pinkish-red colour resembling coral
"coralline algae play a crucial role in reef-building"
- A red seaweed with a calcareous skeleton, often resembling coral
"Coralline algae play an important role in building coral reefs"
Derived forms: corallines
Encyclopedia: Coralline