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Hard Clam (Noun)

Meaning

An edible American clam; the heavy shells were used as money by some American Indians.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The hard clam was a staple food source for many Native American tribes in the region, who would often harvest them from the shallow waters of the coastal areas.
  • In some parts of New England, hard clams were a major ingredient in traditional chowders and stews, prized for their tender flesh and rich flavor.
  • The Native Americans used the hard clam shells as a form of currency, which was later adopted by European colonists as a unit of exchange.
  • The Quahog, or hard clam, has been a vital part of the ecology and economy of the coastal regions of North America for thousands of years.
  • Cherrystone and littleneck clams are younger hard clams that have been harvested before they reach full maturity.

Synonyms

  • Mercenaria Mercenaria
  • Quahog
  • Hard-shell Clam
  • Quahaug
  • Venus Mercenaria
  • Round Clam

Hypernyms

  • Clam

Hyponyms

  • Littleneck
  • Cherrystone
  • Cherrystone Clam
  • Littleneck Clam
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