Synonyms for
Shells
Definition
plural noun - the hard protective outer layer of a sea creature or a hard outer covering that protects the soft inside of an animal or plant
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- seashells on the beach
- empty shells
- snail shells
- turtle shells
- egg shells
- artillery shells
- bullet shells
- scallop shells
Word family
Usage note
The word 'shells' can refer to the hard outer covering of various creatures or objects, as well as ammunition. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.
Example sentences
- I picked up some shells on the shore.
- My mom collects shells from all over the world.
- We found a hermit crab living in a shell.
- The seagulls were picking at the shells on the beach.
- I can hear the ocean if I hold a shell up to my ear.
Quotes
She sells seashells by the seashore.
All the best things in life are the people we love, the places we've been, and the memories we've made along the way. Like shells on the beach, each one unique, beautiful, and special in its own way.
Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get. Some chocolates have nuts, some have caramel, some have shells. But they're all delicious in their own way.