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
The hard usually fibrous outer layer of some fruits especially nuts.
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Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 6
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 7
The material that forms the hard outer covering of many animals.
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Nouns denoting substances.
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Meaning 8
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.
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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.