Definition of bluepoint
: a small oyster (Crassostrea virginica) typically from the south shore of Long Island
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Ever watch an oyster shucker at a restaurant work through a dozen Beausoleils or bluepoints?
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Origin and Etymology of bluepoint
Blue Point, Long Island, New York
adjective
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Definition of blue point
of a domestic cat
: having a bluish-cream body coat with dark gray points
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blue point
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The new menu includes dishes such as Florida grouper, snapper, Spanish mackerel and blue point oysters, as well as steaks made with Seminole Pride beef.
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First Known Use of blue point
1935
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