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hard-shell clam


Definition: Meaning of, hard-shell clam in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / hɑːd ʃɛl klam /

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hard-shell clam hard-shell clams
  1. atlantic coast round clams with hard shells; large clams usually used for chowders or other clam dishes
    SYNONYM
    quahaug, quahog, round clam
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  2. an edible American clam; the heavy shells were used as money by some American Indians
    SYNONYM
    quahog, quahaug, hard clam, round clam, Venus mercenaria, Mercenaria mercenaria
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