Definition

A person who removes the shells from oysters or other shellfish.

Example

The shucker expertly opened the oysters for the customers at the seafood restaurant.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a shucker at work?

Yeah, it's pretty impressive how they can open oysters so quickly.

I know, right? I wouldn't want to be the one doing that job.

Same here! I'll stick to eating them instead.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shucker → The word 'shucker' originates from the verb 'to shuck', which comes from the Old English 'sceocca', meaning to remove the husk or shell from something, particularly in reference to shellfish or corn. The suffix '-er' indicates a person who performs the action. Therefore, a shucker is a person who removes the shells from shellfish or the husks from corn.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'removes' ('shuck') the outer layer or shell, and the '-er' means it's a person doing that action. A shucker is someone who takes off the shells.

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