bluepoint oyster
Though originally named for Blue Point, Long Island, where this
OYSTER is said to have been first found, "bluepoint
OYSTER" is now used as a general term referring to any of many small Atlantic
OYSTERs from 2 to 4 inches long. They are considered the best for eating
ON THE HALF SHELL. See also
OYSTER.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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