shells
Pronunciation: [ʃɛlz]
Word
Context: “nature”
(noun) the hard outer covering that some animals like snails, turtles, and clams have. It protects them and can come in many shapes and sizes.
Example
The beach was beautiful, with many colorful shells scattered across the sand.
Example
There were no shells to be found on the rocky shore.
Example
What types of shells did you collect during your trip to the beach?
Context: “military”
(noun) a type of explosive device used in weapons like cannons and artillery. When it explodes, it causes damage.
Example
The soldiers were trained to handle different kinds of shells safely.
Example
The shell didn't explode, so it was a dud and didn't cause any harm.
Example
Do you know how shells are used in military operations?
Context: “action”
(verb) to remove the outer covering or to break the shell of something, like a nut or an egg. It’s like taking off a coat.
Example
She carefully shells the peanuts before adding them to the mix.
Example
He didn’t shell the peas and cooked them with their pods still on.
Example
Have you ever shelled a hard-boiled egg by tapping it on the table?
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