shellfish

noun

shell·fish ˈshel-ˌfish

: an aquatic invertebrate animal with a shell

especially : an edible mollusk or crustacean

Examples of shellfish in a Sentence

lobsters, crabs, and other shellfish

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It's thought that shellfish, tree nuts, and finfish (such as salmon, tuna, cod, and halibut) may be the most common allergies that begin in adulthood.6 Signs of Lactose Intolerance The symptoms of lactose intolerance range from mild to severe. —

Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025 The menu included lamb chop and quail, shellfish and caviar, and the passion fruit dessert. —

Joe Vardon, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025 Oysters from British Columbia, Canada were also recalled after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued multiple advisories warning people that the shellfish could be contaminated with the virus. —

Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 31 Dec. 2024 The midden is a testament to the volume of shellfish eaten by Hoabinhians. —

Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for shellfish