Synonyms for shell

Other words for “shell”, grouped by meaning.

We found 16 synonyms for “shell”. The most common are carapace, cuticle, shield, eggshell, racing shell.

noun hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles

noun the exterior covering of a bird's egg

Synonymseggshell

noun a very light narrow racing boat

Synonymsracing shell

noun the housing or outer covering of something

Synonymscasecasing

noun a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners)

Synonymsplatescale

verb use explosives on

Synonymsblast

verb create by using explosives

Synonymsblast

verb come out better in a competition, race, or conflict

verb remove the husks from

Synonymshusk

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University