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Oyster (Noun)

Edible body of any of numerous oysters.

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Marine mollusks having a rough irregular shell; found on the sea bed mostly in coastal waters.

Nouns denoting animals.

The diver collected a large oyster from the ocean floor to take it to the lab for study.
Harvesting oysters is a common practice in coastal towns, providing a source of income for locals.
Oysters are often found clustered together in large colonies on the seafloor, filtering small organisms from the water.
The chef expertly opened the oyster to reveal its tender flesh, which was then served to the waiting customers.
Researchers are studying the health of oyster populations as an indicator of the overall well-being of marine ecosystems.