1. a person who harvests, cultivates, or sells oysters
Usage: occupational term; often used in coastal regions

Examples

• The oysterman worked early in the morning to harvest oysters from the bay.
• Local oystermen have been cultivating shellfish in these waters for generations.
• She became an oysterman after learning the trade from her father.
• The oysterman sorted the day's catch by size and quality.
• Many oystermen depend on sustainable practices to protect their livelihood.
• The restaurant hired an experienced oysterman to manage their oyster bar.