Synonyms for

Mollusks

Verb / ˈmɑ:lʌsks / Another word for mollusks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Mollusks are a group of invertebrate animals that have soft bodies, usually with a hard shell. Examples of mollusks include snails, clams, and octopuses.

Synonyms & similar words

shellfish mollusc mollusk shellfish seashells bivalves cephalopods gastropods mussels oysters clams snails octopuses cuttlefish squids nautiluses scallops periwinkles whelks conches limpets abalone slugs

Example sentences

  1. I collected seashells and found some beautiful mollusks.
  2. The snail is a type of mollusk.
  3. Octopuses and squids are also mollusks.
  4. I saw a shellfish called a clam at the aquarium.
  5. We found some pretty seashells on the beach.

Quotes

  • The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper to perceive them. - W.B. Yeats
  • The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. - Jacques Cousteau
  • I must be a mermaid. I have no fear of depths and a great fear of shallow living. - Anais Nin

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