Shell (Noun)
Meaning 1
The housing or outer covering of something; "the clock has a walnut case".
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A rigid covering that envelops an object; "the satellite is covered with a smooth shell of ice".
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Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
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Meaning 3
Hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles.
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Nouns denoting animals.
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Meaning 4
The hard largely calcareous covering of a mollusc or a brachiopod.
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Nouns denoting animals.
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Meaning 5
Ammunition consisting of a cylindrical metal casing containing an explosive charge and a projectile; fired from a large gun.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The artillery unit fired a high-explosive shell at the enemy's fortified position.
- After the bombardment stopped, the soldiers cautiously emerged from their trenches to survey the damage caused by the incoming shell.
- The howitzer crew carefully loaded the shell into the cannon's breach, making sure it was seated properly before firing.
- The general ordered his troops to take cover as the incoming shell whistled through the air, exploding with a deafening roar just yards away.
- As the naval battle raged on, the warship's main gun fired a salvo of shells at the enemy vessel, scoring a direct hit on its bridge.
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Meaning 6
The hard usually fibrous outer layer of some fruits especially nuts.
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Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 7
A metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners).
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 8
The material that forms the hard outer covering of many animals.
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Nouns denoting substances.
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Meaning 9
The exterior covering of a bird's egg.
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Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
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Meaning 10
A very light narrow racing boat.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.