zebra mussel
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
Named for the striped pattern on its shell resembling that of a zebra.
مثال
- The zebra mussel has become a major pest in North America.
- Zebra mussels attach themselves to various surfaces.
- The rapid reproduction of zebra mussels poses a threat to native species.
ترکیبهای رایج
Invasive zebra mussel Zebra mussel population Zebra mussel infestation Zebra mussel control
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- inch long mollusk imported accidentally from Europe; clogs utility inlet pipes and feeds on edible freshwater mussels