heart shell
Americannoun
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any of numerous bivalve mollusks, especially of the families Cardiidae and Carditidae, having a heart-shaped shell.
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the shell itself.
Etymology
Origin of heart shell
First recorded in 1745–55
Example Sentences
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While some spreads feature everything from pizza rolls to hearty soups, others include little more than some strawberries and a hard boiled egg.
From National Geographic • Aug. 16, 2023
From baked casseroles to hearty soups and meaty stews, the selection of seasonal pasta dishes is plenty!
From Salon • Nov. 5, 2022
Ms. Chambergo said she used to buy a quinoa-and-rice mix at Stop and Shop that she used to make hearty soups.
From New York Times • May 15, 2022
Acorn squash are tender, sweet and ideal for simple, hearty soups.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 1, 2021
One of Leila’s pleasures was cooking, lots of hearty soups in the winter, and salads as things got warmer.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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