seashell

UK
/ˈsiːʃɛl/
US
/ˈsiːʃɛl/

Translations

seashellnoun
seashells
pl
UK
/ˈsiːʃɛl/
US
/ˈsiːʃɛl/
She found a beautiful seashell on the beach.
Она нашла красивую ракушку на пляже.
Additional translations
морская раковина
раковина моллюска
Synonyms
clam shell
mollusk shell
marine shell
seashelladjective
UK
/ˈsiːʃɛl/
US
/ˈsiˌʃɛl/
Used attributively to modify another noun (e.g., 'seashell necklace').

Definitions

seashellnoun
The hard, protective outer layer created by a marine organism, such as a mollusk, which is often found on beaches.
She collected a beautiful seashell from the shore during her morning walk.
A decorative object or souvenir made from or resembling the shell of a marine organism.
The gift shop sold a variety of seashells, each painted with vibrant colors.
seashelladjective
Made of, consisting of, or decorated with seashells.
She wore a delicate seashell bracelet.
Relating to or characteristic of seashells.
The designer chose a soft seashell palette for the resort fabrics.