1. edible marine or freshwater mollusks with dark elongated shells, often found attached to rocks or other surfaces

Examples

• The chef prepared steamed mussels in white wine sauce.
• We collected mussels from the rocks at low tide.
• The restaurant’s seafood platter included oysters, clams, and mussels.
• Mussels attach themselves to pier pilings using strong threads.
• She ordered a bowl of mussels with garlic and herbs.
• The marine biologist studied freshwater mussels in the river.
• Mussels are filter feeders that help clean the water.