clamshell
noun
clam·shell
ˈklam-ˌshel 
1
: the shell of a clam
2
a
: a bucket or grapple (as on a dredge) having two hinged jaws
b
: an excavating machine having a clamshell
c
: either of a pair of doors (as in an airplane tail) that open out and away from each other
d
: a hinged container, case, or cover that opens like the shell of a clam
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Sadly, the car’s distinctive clamshell hood and rocker panels are missing.
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Howard Walker, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
The Ultimate, also known as the limited-edition or collector’s version, is hand-bound using traditional techniques and nestled in a luxe clamshell presentation case.
—Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2024
The bride accessorized with Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus earrings borrowed from her godmother and a vintage Chanel clamshell bag.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2024
Traditional hard-shells usually have a clamshell design, opening down the middle with a 50/50 split of compartment space on each side, while soft-side bags tend to be top-loading, offering one large, open compartment.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Sep. 2024
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Howard Walker, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
The Ultimate, also known as the limited-edition or collector’s version, is hand-bound using traditional techniques and nestled in a luxe clamshell presentation case.
—Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2024
The bride accessorized with Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus earrings borrowed from her godmother and a vintage Chanel clamshell bag.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2024
Traditional hard-shells usually have a clamshell design, opening down the middle with a 50/50 split of compartment space on each side, while soft-side bags tend to be top-loading, offering one large, open compartment.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Sep. 2024
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clamshell
noun
clam·shell
ˈklam-ˌshel
: the shell of a clam
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