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shells The outer covering of a turtle or tortoise.  ■ After losing his race, the defeated turtle slunk back into his shell and cried pitifully.


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incubators A place where ideas go to grow and hatch.  ■ "The incubator was filled with egg-citing startups, all vying for the chance to break out of their shells.

mortars A device used to launch missiles or shells. It is also the name of a type of pottery with a small hole in it.  ■ John bought a new mortar for his backyard barbecue, but he had to return it because it kept launching marshmallows instead of hamburgers.

Sandal A type of footwear made from the sandalwood tree. Sandals are typically worn with bare feet, and have a flat base and a strap or band that holds them in place.  ■ Here's an example usage of "sandal": I went to the beach today and decided to wear my trusty sandals. When I got back, they were all covered in sand and shells. But that's just part of the fun! Sandals are the perfect way to experience the great outdoors while keeping your feet protected.

Shell A type of nut that is typically round and has a hard outer shell, often used as a food source by many animals. Also known as a noun in English.  ■ When the bird cracked open the shell of the peanut, it was shocked to find the contents were moldy! A large shell used as a protective covering for an animal, such as a turtle or snail.  ■ "Wow, that's a really big shell for a small snail!", A type of vehicle used to transport goods from one place to another. Also known as a noun in English.  ■ "I can't believe I have to take the bus home when there are so many shells to choose from."

Tiki An imaginary creature from Polynesian folklore with the head of a human, animal, or bird, and the body of a tree trunk. Often depicted wearing a headdress made of feathers, flowers, and shells, and holding a drum in one hand and a spear in the other.  ■ "I'm not afraid of tikis, I can handle anything they throw at me!"