ostreidae

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Noun ostreidae has 1 sense

Ostreidae, family Ostreidae - oysters
--₁ is a kind of mollusk family
--₁ is a member of
Bivalvia, class Bivalvia, Lamellibranchia, class Lamellibranchia, class Pelecypoda
--₁ has members:
oyster; Ostrea, genus Ostrea; Crassostrea, genus Crassostrea

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Ostreidae

Description:

Ostreidae is a family of bivalve mollusks commonly known as oysters. They are filter feeders and have a strong, hard shell composed of two hinged halves.

Sample Sentences:

As a Noun:

The Ostreidae can be found in saltwater habitats worldwide.
She ordered a plate of fresh Ostreidae at the seafood restaurant.

As an Adjective:

The local oyster festival attracts thousands of people every year.
They enjoyed a delicious dish of grilled Ostreidae oysters.

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