Pearl Oyster (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical marine bivalve found chiefly off eastern Asia and Pacific coast of North America and Central America; a major source of pearls.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The pearl oyster is a tropical marine bivalve that has been highly valued for its beautiful pearls for centuries.
- Pearl oysters are often farmed in tropical waters to produce high-quality pearls.
- Divers have been collecting pearl oysters off the coast of Central America for generations.
- The pearl oyster is a major source of income for many coastal communities in eastern Asia.
- Pearl oysters are protected by conservation laws in some countries to prevent overfishing and habitat destruction.