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Definition of Mytilus
1. Noun. Type genus of the family Mytilidae: smooth-shelled marine mussels.
Exact synonyms: Genus Mytilus
Generic synonyms: Mollusk Genus
Group relationships: Family Mytilidae, Mytilidae
Member holonyms: Edible Mussel, Mytilus Edulis
Generic synonyms: Mollusk Genus
Group relationships: Family Mytilidae, Mytilidae
Member holonyms: Edible Mussel, Mytilus Edulis
Definition of Mytilus
1. n. A genus of marine bivalve shells, including the common mussel. See Illust. under Byssus.