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chlorella

noun

chlo·​rel·​la klə-ˈre-lə How to pronounce chlorella (audio)
: any of a genus (Chlorella) of unicellular green algae

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May Help Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Some preliminary (early) evidence indicates that chlorella supplementation can help to reduce pain symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 24 Nov. 2025 Available now in 32 shades with five undertones, the formula infuses blue agave, wild cranberry peptides and chlorella for plumping and hydrating purposes. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 20 Nov. 2025 Soothing ingredients, including niacinamide, chlorella, calendula, aloe, and chamomile, ensure your skin isn’t stripped dry in the process. Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025 Include them in soups, crumble them on salads and rice, wrap them to create homemade sushi, and, in the absence of anything else, take them in spirulina or chlorella tablets or powder to add to your morning smoothie. Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chlorella

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, genus name, from Greek chlōros

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chlorella was in 1904

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“Chlorella.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chlorella. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

chlorella

noun
chlo·​rel·​la klə-ˈrel-ə How to pronounce chlorella (audio)
: any of a genus of single-celled green algae that have been grown as a possible source of food

Medical Definition

chlorella

noun
chlo·​rel·​la klə-ˈrel-ə How to pronounce chlorella (audio)
1
capitalized : a genus of unicellular green algae potentially a source of high-grade protein and B-complex vitamins
2
: any alga of the genus Chlorella

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