oyster (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɔɪstər/
Definition
A type of bivalve mollusk with a rough, irregular shell, many kinds of which are edible and some of which produce pearls.
Examples
The restaurant is famous for its fresh oysters.
She ordered a dozen oysters for her appetizer.
Oysters are often served on the half shell with cocktail sauce.
How to Use oyster
- oyster with (prepositional phrase)
- To describe how an oyster is served or prepared. — "He likes his oysters with hot sauce."
- bed of oysters (collocation)
- A place where oysters grow or are found. — "The fishermen discovered a large bed of oysters."
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