Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ostra
Noun
/ˈoʊ.stɚ/
Definition
A type of shellfish that is typically found in saltwater and is known for its irregular shell and ability to produce pearls.
Examples
- The chef prepared a delicious dish featuring fresh ostra.
- Many people enjoy eating ostra on the half shell with lemon juice.
- Ostra can be found in various coastal regions around the world.
Meaning
The term ‘ostra’ refers to an oyster, which is a bivalve mollusk that lives in marine or brackish environments and is often consumed as seafood.
Synonyms
- Shellfish
- Mollusk
- Clam