Meaning of the word clam in English

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clam

US /klæm/

UK /klæm/

a marine bivalve mollusk with a strongly ribbed shell.

Example:

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We dug for clams on the beach.

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She ordered a bowl of clam chowder.

Synonym:

bivalve mollusk shellfish

to shut or close tightly.

Example:

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The oyster clams up when disturbed.

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He clams his mouth shut when he doesn't want to talk.

Synonym:

close shut seal fasten

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