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whelk

[wɛlk]

whelk Definition

  • 1a predatory marine snail with a heavy pointed spiral shell, some kinds of which are edible.
  • 2a whelk shell used as a trumpet by children.

Using whelk: Examples

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

  • Example

    The whelk is a common ingredient in seafood dishes.

  • Example

    The children played music with the whelk shells they found on the beach.

whelk Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for whelk

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Summary: whelk in Brief

A 'whelk' [wɛlk] is a type of predatory marine snail with a spiral shell that can be used as a trumpet by children. It is often used in seafood dishes and can be found on beaches where children play music with the shells.