bear's-paw

[bairz-paw]

noun

1. a clam of the genus Hippopus, having a ridged, white shell with purplish-red spots.

Example Sentences

He was much impressed with the people, and listened in amazement to the oratory of Crowfoot, Red Crow and Bear's-paw, notable chiefs of the Blackfoot, Blood and Cree tribes.

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Jim always uses bear's-paw shoes, and I don't believe there are more than half a dozen other pairs in this neck of woods.

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When he is at last adjusted like a lay-figure, Mr. Chadband, retiring behind the table, holds up his bear's-paw and says, "My friends!"

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