mollusk

[ˈmɑləsk]

mollusk Definition

an invertebrate animal of a large phylum that includes snails, slugs, mussels, and octopuses. They have a soft, unsegmented body and live in aquatic or damp habitats, and most kinds have an external calcareous shell..

Using mollusk: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mollusk" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The mollusk's shell was found on the beach.

  • Example

    Mussels and oysters are examples of mollusks.

  • Example

    The octopus is a mollusk with no shell.

mollusk Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mollusk

Phrases with mollusk

  • a mollusk that has two hinged shells, such as a clam or oyster

    Example

    The bivalve mollusk is a popular seafood delicacy.

  • a large mollusk of the deep sea, having eight arms and two long tentacles

    Example

    The giant squid is one of the largest known mollusks.

  • a type of mollusk that lives on land, typically having a spiral shell

    Example

    The land snail is a common garden pest.

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Summary: mollusk in Brief

A 'mollusk' [ˈmɑləsk] is an invertebrate animal with a soft, unsegmented body and an external calcareous shell. Examples include snails, slugs, mussels, and octopuses. The term extends to phrases like 'bivalve mollusk,' 'giant squid,' and 'land snail.'