inshell Meaning & Definition
What Does Inshell Mean?
As a verb, inshell means To enclose in a shell. As an adjective, it means (of nuts, eggs, shellfish) Not removed from the shell. As a noun, it means A product (nut, shellfish) that has not been removed from its shell.
Word Facts for Inshell
| Part of speech | verb, adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɪnˈʃɛl/ |
| Antonyms | shelled |
| Plural | inshells |
| Verb forms | inshells, inshelling, inshelled |
Inshell Definition (Verb)
- To enclose in a shell.
Inshell as an Adjective
- (of nuts, eggs, shellfish) Not removed from the shell.
Live inshell scallops are preferable to frozen scallop meats.
Inshell as a Noun
- A product (nut, shellfish) that has not been removed from its shell.
Inshells are shipped in 50-pound sacks, while shelled walnut pieces are shipped in 25-pound bags'
Synonyms of Inshell
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Inshell synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Inshell
Inshell in a Sentence
Live inshell scallops are preferable to frozen scallop meats.
Inshells are shipped in 50-pound sacks, while shelled walnut pieces are shipped in 25-pound bags'
Word Forms & Grammar
inshell (third-person singular simple present inshells, present participle inshelling, simple past and past participle inshelled)
inshell (not comparable)
inshell (plural inshells)
Words That Rhyme With Inshell
Origin of Inshell
From in- + shell.
Inshell: Your Questions Answered
Is inshell a verb or an adjective?
Inshell is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective and a noun.
What is the opposite of inshell?
The opposite of inshell is shelled.
What is the plural of inshell?
The plural of inshell is inshells.
What is the past tense of inshell?
The past tense of inshell is inshelled. The present participle is inshelling.