oyster

//ˈɔɪstər//
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Noun

oysterSingular
oystersPlural
1

A marine bivalve mollusk with a rough irregular shell, often eaten as seafood and sometimes containing pearls.

We ordered fresh oysters at the seafood restaurant.

2

The edible flesh of an oyster, typically eaten raw or cooked.

He ordered fresh oysters on the half shell.

3

Something from which advantage or profit can be extracted (used in the phrase 'the world is your oyster').

With your talent and education, the world is your oyster.