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gastropod

[ GAS-truh-pod ]

Often referred to as a univalve, a gastropod can be any of several MOLLUSKS with a single (univalve) shell and single muscle. Among the more common gastropods are the ABALONE, LIMPET, PERIWINKLE, SNAIL and WHELK. With a few exceptions (such as the ABALONE), gastropods are not as highly regarded culinarily as BIVALVEMOLLUSKs such as the CLAM and 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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