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placuna

/pləˈkjuː.nə/

Traduction: Genre de mollusques bivalves marins, communément appelés huîtres-vitres ou huîtres de fenêtre, dont les coquilles sont semi-transparentes et ont historiquement servi de substitut du verre.

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/pləˈkjuː.nə/C2formalscientific
  • frGenre de mollusques bivalves marins, communément appelés huîtres-vitres ou huîtres de fenêtre, dont les coquilles sont semi-transparentes et ont historiquement servi de substitut du verre.

A genus of marine bivalve mollusks, commonly known as windowpane oysters, whose shells are translucent and were historically used as a substitute for glass.

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  1. Windowpane oysterC2formal

    A genus of marine bivalve mollusks known for their flat, translucent shells, historically used as a substitute for glass in windows.

    frPlacune (huître à vitre)

    • The shells of Placuna were once used in the Philippines for making window panes.
    • Placuna shells are prized for their delicate, translucent quality.
    • Collectors often seek out Placuna specimens for their unique appearance.

    Synonymeswindowpane oyster