Clamshell Definition & Meaning

clamshell
noun
  1. the shell of a clam
  2. a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam

"Clamshell" in song lyrics

See how clamshell is used in real songs:

  • "apple clamshell"
    AOL — AOL
  • "ventricular aneurysm clamshell"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "clamshell"

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