Bivalve
/ˈbaɪvælv/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Aquatic Life
Bivalves live in water, especially oceans, rivers, and lakes.
Marine biologists study bivalves in the ocean.
Pro Tip 2/3Edible Varieties
Some bivalves, like clams, mussels, and oysters, are eaten by humans.
The menu featured a variety of bivalves including oysters on the half shell.
Pro Tip 3/3Two-Part Shell
Bivalve shells consist of two connected parts that can open and close.
The clam's bivalve shell closed tightly as it was removed from the water.
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ClamCockleMusselOysterScallop
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