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Synonyms
1. cowrie
noun. any of numerous tropical marine gastropods of the genus Cypraea having highly polished usually brightly marked shells.
Sentences with cowrie
1. Noun, singular or mass
Shells such as cowrie and conus have a natural shine that can be damaged by harsh treatment.
2. Adjective
Thick clam, oyster and scallop shells are good options, as are conch shells, but avoid most cowrie shells as these are often too thin and will shatter rather than lend themselves to carving.
