A seashellThe hard outer covering of some sea animals, often found on beaches. is the hard outer covering of a sea animal, usually found on beaches after the animal has died or moved on. People also use the word for shells collected as beach souvenirsSmall objects kept to remember a place or trip. or decorationsObjects used to make something look more attractive or festive..
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈsiˌʃɛl/
Easy pronunciation: SEE-shel (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress on the first syllable.
Noun: the shell of a marine organism.
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Seashell Meaning
the hard outer covering of a sea animal
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the shell of a marine organism
Example: She picked up a small seashell from the beach.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- shell — Common general substitute when the marine context is clear.
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Seashell Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- shell
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Common Mistakes
- Using seashell to mean any shell, including land snails or insects, can be inaccurate; it usually refers to shells from marine animals.
- Confusing seashell with shell in general: seashell is more specific and often beach-related.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does seashell mean?
A seashell is the hard outer covering of a sea animal, especially one found on a beach.
What is a synonym for seashell?
Shell is the closest common synonym, though seashell is more specific.
Is seashell the same as shell?
Not exactly. A seashell is a shell from a sea animal, while shell can mean many different kinds of shells or covers.
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