seashell

noun

sea·​shell ˈsē-ˌshel How to pronounce seashell (audio)
: the shell of a marine animal and especially a mollusk

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Pearl appliqués, a milky white base, 3D seashell designs, and reflective lavender chrome make this a manicure fit for a mermaid. Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026 Kilday shared that some of her favorite activities on the island are hunting for shark teeth and seashells, watching pelicans dive for their next meal, and soaking up the peaceful views of boats drifting across the horizon. Abby Price, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026 Six on-site cottages serve as studios for local artists creating everything from pottery and paintings to seashell art. Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2026 Unicorn figurines, a Champion brand hoodie, charm bracelets, seashells. Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seashell

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First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of seashell was before the 12th century

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“Seashell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seashell. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.

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seashell

noun
sea·​shell ˈsē-ˌshel How to pronounce seashell (audio)
: the shell of a marine animal and especially a mollusk

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