Definition of byssus:
°An exceptionally fine and valuable fibre or cloth of ancient times. Originally used for fine flax and linens, its use was later extended to fine cottons, silks, and sea silk.
°The long fine silky
filaments excreted by several
mollusks (particularly
Pinna nobilis) by which they attach themselves to the
sea bed, from which
sea silk is manufactured.
Definition of byssus:
°An exceptionally fine and valuable fibre or cloth of ancient times. Originally used for fine flax and linens, its use was later extended to fine cottons, silks, and sea silk.
°The long fine silky
filaments excreted by several
mollusks (particularly
Pinna nobilis) by which they attach themselves to the
sea bed, from which
sea silk is manufactured.