wing-shell (Meaning)

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wing-shell (n.)

Any one of various species of marine bivalve shells belonging to the genus Avicula, in which the hinge border projects like a wing.

Any marine gastropod shell of the genus Strombus. See Strombus.

Any pteropod shell.

Synonyms & Antonyms of wing-shell

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wing-shell Sentence Examples

  1. Crustaceans' wing-shells, known as carapaces, serve as protective barriers against external threats.
  2. The wing-shells of beetles unfold like delicate paper planes, enabling them to take flight.
  3. Seashells, the wing-shells of mollusks, display an intricate array of patterns and colors.
  4. Fossil evidence suggests that ancient winged creatures evolved from ancestors with wing-shells.
  5. The wing-shells of birds are modified forelimbs adapted for soaring and gliding.
  6. Insects use their wing-shells, called elytra, to shield their delicate flight wings from damage.
  7. The wing-shells of dragonflies are transparent, allowing them to navigate with remarkable agility.
  8. Some species of turtles possess wing-shells that enable them to propel through water with surprising speed.
  9. The wing-shells of certain amphibians, such as flying frogs, provide them with the ability to glide through the air.
  10. The wings of bats are actually wing-shells made of skin stretched over finger bones, giving them the unique ability to maneuver in the night sky.

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Any one of various species of marine bivalve shells belonging to the genus Avicula, in which the hinge border projects like a wing., Any marine gastropod shell

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Crustaceans' wing-shells, known as carapaces, serve as protective barriers against external threats.

The wing-shells of beetles unfold like delicate paper planes, enabling them to take flight.

Seashells, the wing-shells of mollusks, display an intricate array of patterns and colors.

Fossil evidence suggests that ancient winged creatures evolved from ancestors with wing-shells.