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clamshell Definition

clam·shell (klams̸hel′)

noun

  1. the shell of a clam
  2. ☆ a dredging bucket, hinged like the shell of a clam

adjective

designating or of a manufactured product designed to open and close by a hinge along one edge
clamshell Usage Examples

Possessives

  • design: Printing Mechanism The mechanism is based around a ' clamshell ' design that allows the ticket roll to be simply dropped into place.

Converse of object

  • close: The ability to close the clamshell with the screen facing inwards provides some protection for the display and the keyboard.
  • want: Selling Points Who wouldn't want a 3G clamshell for under £ 40?

Adjective modifier

  • 3g: Selling Points Who wouldn't want a 3G clamshell for under £ 40?
  • late: The TFT LCD is about twice the size of the average screen on the latest clamshell mobile phones.
  • stylish: This stylish clamshell mobile phone uniquely combines feminine elegance with the latest mobile communications technology.

Modifies a noun

  • handset: The slick black soft touch clamshell handset features the distinctive Ministry of Sound logo, perfect for a night out on the town.
  • phone: Video verdict Our video mystery shoppers wanted to buy a clamshell camera phone.
  • design: The clamshell design gives little away aside from the color display on the top.
  • mode: Even so, when used in clamshell mode the display feels a bit narrow.
  • door: The clamshell doors were designed to be removable for supply dropping.
  • case: And because it's an elegant beast, with its shiny clamshell case, the 902SH might even bring me a touch of style.

Noun used with modifier

  • silver: It's an attractive silver clamshell phone which is stylish ( apart from the external aerial ) but rather heavy.
  • easy-to-use: This easy-to-use clamshell mechanism - another Citizen ' trademark ' feature - opens fully to give easy access to the printer.

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