Mussel (Noun)
Meaning 1
Marine or freshwater bivalve mollusk that lives attached to rocks etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The marine biologist was studying the mussels that clung to the rocky coast, observing their unique filter-feeding behavior.
- A cluster of fresh mussels was arranged on a platter, garnished with lemons and fresh parsley for a seafood appetizer.
- To survive, freshwater mussels must have specific host fish to infest during their larvae stage to develop into adulthood.
- Attached to the submerged rocks, the mussels efficiently filtered small plankton and algae from the water.
- During low tide, beachcombers searched for edible mussels exposed among the rocks, careful not to damage their delicate shells.
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Hyponyms
Meaning 2
Black marine bivalves usually steamed in wine.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- At the French bistro, the main course was mussels steamed in white wine and garlic.
- Black mussels clustered together on the rocks along the rugged coastline.
- The fisherman harvested the mussels at low tide, then brought them to the local market.
- The traditional Belgian dish was a bucket of mussels steamed in white wine and topped with crusty bread.
- For dinner, she ordered the mussels, served in a flavorful broth made from white wine and aromatics.