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What is another word for Shell? – 105 Shell Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    husk casing cover coating crust layer peel rind skin bark pod hull capsule sheath shroud wrapper envelope integument exoskeleton carapace cortex pericarp testa epicarp exocarp mesocarp endocarp

    Meaning of Shell

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the word "shell" refers to the outer covering of a seed, fruit, or animal, especially when hard or protective.

    Definitions

    • The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "shell" as the hard outer covering of a mollusk or a hard outer layer that provides protection.

    Example Uses

    • The hermit crab emerged from its shell to find food.
    • The empty shell of the building stood as a reminder of the city's past.
    • The soldier took cover behind a wall to avoid the shell fragments.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    core center interior inside heart pulp marrow kernel nucleus content filling substance material essence spirit soul inner middle nucleus axis hub

    Related Nouns

    ocean beach wave tide pearl mollusk crab lobster shrimp fish boat ship vessel harbor port dock buoy lighthouse coastline shoreline

    Related Verbs

    encase cover coat wrap envelop shield protect defend bombard blast shatter crack break smash pulverize fragment disintegrate explode

    Related Adjectives

    hard protective outer hardy resilient tough durable strong sturdy robust fragile brittle delicate thin transparent translucent opaque glossy smooth