noun
- an aquatic animal (such as a clam, lobster, or shrimp) that has a shell or shell-like covering
Examples
- The restaurant serves fresh shellfish including lobster and crab.
- She’s allergic to shellfish so she can’t eat shrimp or clams.
- The fisherman caught various shellfish in his nets.
- Oysters and mussels are popular types of shellfish.
- The coastal waters are rich in shellfish.
- Many shellfish are considered delicacies in fine dining.