THESAURUS

Shellfish Thesaurus

A fisheries and colloquial term for an aquatic invertebrate having an inner or outer shell, such as a mollusc or crustacean, especially when edible.

Synonyms for Shellfish

Depending on context, synonyms include mollusc, mollusk.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mollusk, mollusc, abalone, clam, mussel, bivalve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another word for shellfish?

Possible synonyms include mollusc, mollusk.

Can every synonym replace shellfish?

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