shellfish (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈʃɛlfɪʃ

Definition

Aquatic invertebrates with a hard outer exoskeleton or shell, commonly harvested for human consumption.

Examples

• Many people with a severe shellfish allergy must avoid all types of crustaceans and mollusks.

• The local economy relies heavily on the sustainable harvesting of shellfish from the bay.

• We ordered a variety of shellfish, including oysters and clams, to share as an appetizer.

Synonyms of shellfish

Words with a similar meaning to shellfish:

• seafood
• crustacean
• mollusk

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