A univalve mollusk of the genus Haliotis. The shell is lined with mother-of-pearl, and used for ornamental purposes; the sea-ear. Several large species are found on the coast of California, clinging closely to the rocks.
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One of the Gastropoda.
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A shell consisting of one valve only; a mollusk whose shell is composed of a single piece, as the snails and conchs.
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An abalone.
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Any species of ear-shaped shells of the genus Haliotis. See Abalone.
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A flattened marine univalve shell of the genus Haliotis; -- called also sea-ear. See Abalone.
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