Razor-clam definition
Any of various clams of the family Solenidae, characteristically having long narrow shells, many of which are edible.
noun
Any of several rapidly burrowing clams (esp. family Solenidae) of sandy beaches, having elongated, narrow shells somewhat resembling a straight razor.
noun
A clam of several species in superfamily Solenoidea, with long curved shells resembling straight razors.
- The Atlantic jackknife clam, Ensis directus.
- The razor shell, Ensis arcuatus.
- The Atlantic razor clam, Siliqua costata.
- The Pacific razor clam, Siliqua patula.
- The Gould's razor shell, Solen strictus.
noun
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Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
razor-clam
Plural:
razor-clams