pisidium

/ˈpɪsɪdiəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of small freshwater clams or fingernail clams; also, a small freshwater mussel.

“The freshwater ecosystem was home to various species of pisidium, which played a crucial role in maintaining the water’s quality.”

Synonyms

  • fingernail clam
  • freshwater clam

Antonyms

  • desert mussel