butter clam
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of butter clam
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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It takes a butter clam about three years to grow to harvestable size, according to Western Washington University marine ecologist and Samish Nation member Marco Hatch.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 3, 2022
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