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portuguese oyster

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Pacific oyster  
n.  An oyster (Crassostrea gigas) cultured in the United States and Europe, having a scalloped shell and a fruity flavor. Also called Portuguese oyster.
Portuguese oyster  
n.  See Pacific oyster.
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