the hard largely calcareous covering of a mollusc or a brachiopod | a very long fly ball |
hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles | intense adverse criticism |
ammunition consisting of a cylindrical metal casing containing an explosive charge and a projectile; fired from a large gun | an explosion (as of dynamite) |
a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) | a sudden very loud noise |
the housing or outer covering of something | a highly pleasurable or exciting experience |
a very light narrow racing boat | a strong current of air |
a rigid covering that envelops an object | |
the exterior covering of a bird's egg | |
the hard usually fibrous outer layer of some fruits especially nuts | |
the material that forms the hard outer covering of many animals | |