: the shell of a marine animal and especially a mollusk
Examples of seashell in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebThe hotel’s poolside has been transformed into an energizing coral and fuchsia oasis, where the pool floor has been etched with the brand’s floral motifs, while there’s another oversize seashell sculpture in the shape of the brand’s floral diamond motif.—Luis Campuzano, WWD, 21 June 2024 Wander the fragrant butterfly garden and then head inside to roam its two floors edged with touch tanks filled with sea creatures, displays with resident animals like a skunk and screech owl, and an impressive gallery with seashells from around the world.—Miami Herald, 18 June 2024 The peaked roofs of its open-air buildings are decorated with motifs pulled from seashells found on its beaches.—Mackenzie Schmidt, Peoplemag, 10 June 2024 Each course follows a set progression dictated by kaiseki tradition, and every dish is presented in a uniquely varied vessel, from blown glass to seashells, ceramics, stones and lacquerware.—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 22 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for seashell
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Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of seashell was
before the 12th century
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