oysterman

oys·ter·man

 (oi′stər-mən)
n.
1. One who gathers, cultivates, or sells oysters.
2. Nautical An oyster-dredging vessel.
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oysterman

(ˈɔɪstəmən)
n, pl -men
1. a person who gathers, cultivates, or sells oysters
2. (Nautical Terms) a boat used in gathering oysters
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oys•ter•man

(ˈɔɪ stər mən)

n., pl. -men.
a person who gathers, cultivates, or sells oysters.
Also called oys′ter•er.
[1545–55]
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