Definition of "shell"
Kid-friendly meaning of shell, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "shell" mean?
shell (noun) — the hard outer cover of some animals, like a turtle or a clam.
Example sentences using "shell"
Grade K–2
I found a shell.
Grade 3–5
I collected a small bag of shells along the beach during our family vacation.
Grade 6–8
Many sea creatures grow new sections of their shells as they get bigger, leaving behind growth lines a bit like tree rings that scientists can use to estimate age.
Words similar to "shell"
Words that rhyme with "shell"
📖 Try the live tool
Look up the definition of any word in the Definition Finder.
Open Definition Finder for shell →