Softshell
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Softshell is an adjective meaning (zoology) Having a relatively soft shell.
Meaning
(zoology) Having a relatively soft shell.
More Meanings
- (countable) A softshell turtle (Trionychidae).
- (uncountable) A layered synthetic fabric used for weatherproof sportswear.
Word Forms
- soft-shell
- softshells
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spiny, pin, pines, thickskin, shelltoed, malacostomous.
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