Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
molusco
noun
/moʊˈlʌs.koʊ/
Definition
An invertebrate animal belonging to the phylum Mollusca, which includes species such as snails, clams, and octopuses.
Examples
- O molusco é um animal que pode ser encontrado em ambientes aquáticos.
- El molusco se alimenta de algas y materia orgánica en el fondo del océano.
Meaning
The term refers to soft-bodied animals, many of which have a hard shell for protection.
Synonyms
- Invertebrate
- Soft-bodied animal
- Shellfish