Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Bivalves.
Bivalves - as an adjective
Used of mollusks having two shells (as clams etc.)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bivalved17Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
univalve14Bivalves - as a noun
Marine or freshwater mollusks having a soft body with platelike gills enclosed within two shells hinged together
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lamellibranch22pelecypod19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mollusc11mollusk13shellfish18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Oysters, mussels, clams, and scallops are examples of bivalves."
"Pearls are often formed inside bivalves."
"Some bivalves are capable of burrowing into the sand or mud."
"The shells of bivalves are composed of calcium carbonate."
"The anatomy of bivalves includes a muscular foot and gills."
Word Game Points
Is BIVALVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bivalves is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BIVALVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is BIVALVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bivalves is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBIVALVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is BIVALVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bivalves is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBIVALVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
