Definition of Pearl oyster

1. Noun. Tropical marine bivalve found chiefly off eastern Asia and Pacific coast of North America and Central America; a major source of pearls.

Exact synonyms: Pinctada Margaritifera
Generic synonyms: Oyster
Group relationships: Genus Pinctada, Pinctada

Definition of Pearl oyster

1. Noun. Any of several bivalve molluscs that are a source of pearls, but especially ''Pinctada margaritifera'' ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pearl Oyster

pearl-worker's disease
pearl ash
pearl barley
pearl cyst
pearl diver
pearl divers
pearl fishery
pearl grey
pearl hominy
pearl millet
pearl moss
pearl necklace gallbladder
pearl necklaces
pearl of wisdom
pearl oyster (current term)
pearl oysters
pearl sago
pearl shell
pearl tapioca
pearl tumour
pearlaceous
pearlash
pearlashes
pearled
pearler
pearlers
pearlescence
pearlescences
pearlescent

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