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coquina

Pronunciation: [koʊˈkiːnə]

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Learn how to use coquina in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “marine biology”

(noun) a type of small clam found along the sandy shores. These little creatures make their homes in the sand and play an important role in the beach ecosystem.

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The children found many coquinas while digging in the wet sand by the beach.

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There were no coquinas at the rocky part of the shore where they looked.

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Have you ever seen a coquina on the beach?

Context: “construction”

(noun) a type of limestone made up of tiny shells and coral bits. It is often used in building because it is strong and has a pretty color.

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The builder chose coquina for the walls of the new beach house because it looks beautiful.

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The old house was not made from coquina, so it did not have that unique shell pattern.

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What are the benefits of using coquina in construction?

How to pronounce coquina

Pronunciation: [koʊˈkiːnə]

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