hard-shell clam Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun Atlantic coast round clams with hard shells; large clams usually used for chowders or other clam dishes
quahaug; quahog; round clam.
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noun an edible American clam; the heavy shells were used as money by some American Indians
Mercenaria mercenaria; quahaug; hard clam; Venus mercenaria; quahog; round clam.