saddle oyster

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Noun saddle oyster has 1 sense

saddle oyster, Anomia ephippium - thin-shelled bivalve having the right valve deeply notched
--₁ is a kind of oyster
--₁ is a member of Anomia, genus Anomia

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Saddle Oyster

Description:

A saddle oyster refers to a type of marine bivalve mollusk belonging to the family Pectinidae. It is characterized by its thin, fan-shaped shell resembling a saddle, which is why it is commonly known as a saddle oyster.

Parts of Speech:

Noun: saddle oyster

Senses:

Noun:

A marine bivalve mollusk with a fan-shaped shell resembling a saddle.

Usages:

1. Many divers enjoy observing the colorful saddle oysters that inhabit coral reefs.

Sample Sentences:

1. The saddle oyster is commonly found in the shallow tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region.

2. The diver carefully collected the saddle oyster specimens for scientific research.

3. When disturbed, the saddle oyster quickly closes its shell for protection against predators.

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