Synonyms for

Shellfish

Verb / ˈʃeˌlfɪʃ / Another word for shellfish — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a type of sea creature with a hard outer shell, such as a crab or lobster

Synonyms & similar words

mollusc mollusk crustacean mollusk clam oyster shrimp lobster crab prawn crawfish cockle scallop mussel squid octopus abalone snail periwinkle whelk conch nautilus

Example sentences

  1. I love to eat shellfish like clams and oysters.
  2. We saw a lot of shellfish at the beach today.
  3. Some people are allergic to shellfish.
  4. The fisherman caught a lot of shellfish today.
  5. Shellfish can be found in the ocean and in freshwater rivers.

Quotes

  • The world is your oyster. It's up to you to find the pearls.
  • You can't control the ocean, but you can learn how to navigate it. Just like life.
  • Life is like a box of shellfish. You never know what you're going to get.

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