shell-shaped
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B2
/ʃɛl ʃeɪpt/
resembling a shell
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shell-shaped' originates from the combination of 'shell' and 'shaped', where 'shell' refers to the hard protective outer case of certain animals and 'shaped' indicates the form or outline.
Historical Evolution
'shell' comes from Old English 'scell', and 'shaped' comes from Old English 'sceapian', meaning 'to form or create'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'shell' referred to the hard outer covering of animals, and 'shaped' meant 'formed'. Together, they describe something formed like a shell.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the shape or form of a shell.
The shell-shaped pasta was perfect for holding the sauce.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 21:32