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shell

Pronunciation: [/ʃɛl/]

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shell: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use shell in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “sea animals”

(noun) the hard protective outer covering of certain sea animals, such as crabs, turtles, and snails.

Example

The hermit crab found a new shell to move into.

Example

The shell was empty, with no creature inside.

Example

What do hermit crabs use shells for?

Context: “explosives”

(noun) a metal container filled with explosives that is fired from a weapon, such as a cannon or a gun.

Example

The soldiers loaded the cannon with shells to prepare for battle.

Example

The ammunition box was empty; there were no shells left.

Example

What is typically stored inside a shell used in warfare?

Context: “food”

(noun) the hard outer covering of nuts, eggs, or certain fruits that needs to be removed to reach the edible part.

Example

She cracked open the walnut to get to the delicious nut inside the shell.

Example

The egg had a very thin shell that cracked easily.

Example

How do you crack a hard shell to get to the good part inside?

How to pronounce shell

Pronunciation: [/ʃɛl/]

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