Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oyster-bed
noun
/ˈɔɪstər bɛd/
Definition
A specific area in water where oysters are cultivated or found, often characterized by the presence of oyster shells and other marine life.
Examples
- The oyster-bed was teeming with marine life.
- Fishing companies often rely on healthy oyster-beds for their harvests.
- After a storm, the oyster-bed needed careful restoration.
Meaning
An oyster-bed is crucial for the growth and development of oysters, serving as their natural habitat where they can thrive and reproduce.
Synonyms
- oyster farm
- shellfish bed
- marine habitat
