razor clam
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nounDefinition of RAZOR CLAM
: any of a family (Solenidae) of marine lamellibranch mollusks having a long narrow thin shell
First Known Use of RAZOR CLAM
circa 1882
razor clam
noun (Concise Encyclopedia)Any of several species of marine clams (family Solenidae) common in intertidal sands and muds, particularly of temperate seas. Razor clams have narrow and elongated shells (shaped like straight razors) up to 8 in. (20 cm) long. A large active foot enables them to move rapidly up and down within their burrow and retreat quickly when disturbed. With their short siphons (tubes) they feed on particulate material in seawater. Some species can swim short distances by jetting water through their siphons.
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