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giant snail

American  

noun

  1. any land snail of the genus Achatina and related genera, mostly of tropical Africa, having shells up to 9 inches (23 centimeters) high.


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And giant snail — well, let’s not get ahead of ourselves.

From New York Times

A Florida county is trying to contain an invasive species of giant snail that can grow as big as a fist.

From New York Times

"When they realized there was this giant snail inside they contacted us for help. Luckily, the snail was doing okay and could be transferred straight to an exotics center for specialist care."

From Fox News

"As with all pets," he said, "it’s really important that anyone thinking of taking on a giant snail is aware of what is involved in taking care of them before they bring one home."

From Fox News

At bottom, you’re always watching a domestic comedy, even when vasectomy robots are attacking Josh or a giant snail with a magic hat gulls Emily into a bad bargain, or, dreaming of places she can’t afford to live, Emily finds herself trapped in a sitcom called “Open House.”

From Los Angeles Times