bluepoint

noun blue·point \ ˈblü-ˌpȯint \

|Updated on: 21 Aug 2018

Definition of bluepoint

: a small oyster (Crassostrea virginica) typically from the south shore of Long Island

Recent Examples of bluepoint from the Web

Ever watch an oyster shucker at a restaurant work through a dozen Beausoleils or bluepoints?

— nikita richardson, Bon Appetit, "They're easy to buy online now, so it's time to get over your fears.," 19 Oct. 2017

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'bluepoint.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Origin and Etymology of bluepoint

Blue Point, Long Island, New York

NEW! Time Traveler

First Known Use: 1789

in the meaning defined above

See Words from the same year

blue point

adjective \ ˈblü-ˌpȯint \

Definition of blue point

of a domestic cat

: having a bluish-cream body coat with dark gray points

—

blue point

noun

Recent Examples of blue point from the Web

There are a plethora of patterns and colors, from a lattice to red, white, and blue pointed stars.

— elise taylor, Vogue, "Raf Simons Brings Americana to a New Medium: Calvin Klein Chairs," 11 June 2018
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.

— kyle arnold, OrlandoSentinel.com, "New Latitude & Longitude restaurant brings in hydroponics to go local," 9 Mar. 2018

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'blue point.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.