bivalve
US /ˈbaɪ.vælv/
UK /ˈbaɪ.vælv/
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bivalve
an aquatic mollusc that has a compressed body enclosed between two hinged shells, e.g., an oyster or clam.
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The diver discovered a rare bivalve on the ocean floor.
O mergulhador descobriu um raro bivalve no fundo do oceano.
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Oysters and clams are common examples of bivalves.
Ostras e amêijoas são exemplos comuns de bivalves.
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bivalve
having two valves or shells
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The scientist examined the bivalve structure of the ancient fossil.
O cientista examinou a estrutura bivalve do fóssil antigo.
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Many types of shells found on beaches are bivalve.
Muitos tipos de conchas encontradas nas praias são bivalves.