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windowpane oyster

/ˈwɪndəʊpeɪn ˈɔɪstə/

翻译: 一种属于银蛤科(Placunidae)的海生双壳类软体动物,以其扁平、半透明、形似窗玻璃的贝壳而闻名,生活在温暖的沿海水域,有时用于烹饪或装饰。

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/ˈwɪndəʊpeɪn ˈɔɪstə/C1formalscientific
  • zh一种属于银蛤科(Placunidae)的海生双壳类软体动物,以其扁平、半透明、形似窗玻璃的贝壳而闻名,生活在温暖的沿海水域,有时用于烹饪或装饰。

A marine bivalve mollusk of the family Placunidae, known for its flat, translucent shell that resembles a pane of glass. It is found in warm coastal waters and is sometimes used in cuisine or for decorative purposes.

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    A species of bivalve mollusk with a translucent, flat shell, historically used as a substitute for glass in windows.

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    • The windowpane oyster is found in the coastal waters of the Philippines.
    • Its shell was once used in place of glass for small windows.
    • Collectors value the windowpane oyster for its unique, clear appearance.