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testaceous

UK
/tɛˈsteɪ.ʃəs/
US
/tɛˈsteɪ.ʃəs/

Translations

testaceousadjective
more testaceous
Comp.
most testaceous
Super.
UK
/tɛˈsteɪ.ʃəs/
US
/tɛˈsteɪ.ʃəs/
The testaceous shell of the mollusk was found on the beach.
Тестациевая раковина моллюска была найдена на пляже.
Synonyms
shell-like
hard-shelled
chitinous
carapaced

Definitions

testaceousadjective
Having a hard shell or composed of shells; shelly.
Many testaceous mollusks inhabit the shallow waters near the reef.
Of a reddish-brown, brick, or terra-cotta color.
The archaeologists noted the testaceous tint of the Roman bricks.
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