ormer
/'ɔ:mə/
Definition
Noun: * An edible marine gastropod mollusk of the genus Haliotis, specifically the species Haliotis tuberculata, found in the coastal waters of the English Channel, particularly around the Channel Islands. It is a type of abalone, characterized by a single, ear-shaped shell with a row of respiratory pores and a large muscular foot.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The ormer is a prized delicacy in the Channel Islands.
- During low tide, we went searching for ormers on the rocky shore.
- Strict regulations govern the harvesting of ormers to protect the population.
Advanced Usage
- "to go ormering": The activity of searching for and collecting ormers, typically at low tide.
- The tradition of ormering has been passed down for generations on the island.
Variants and Related Words
- Abalone (n): The common name for various species in the family Haliotidae, including the ormer. "Ormer" is a regional name for a specific type of abalone.
- Sea ear (n): Another common name for abalone, derived from the shape of its shell.
Synonyms
- Abalone: The general term for this type of mollusk.
- Haliotis: The scientific genus name.
- Sea ear: A descriptive synonym based on shell shape.
Related Idioms
- None commonly associated specifically with "ormer." The word is primarily used in a literal, zoological, or culinary context.
Noun
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an abalone found near the Channel Islands
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