jackknife clams

A form of jackknife clam — common name for several species of saltwater shellfish in the family Solenidae; also known as razor shells. Their shells are long and narrow, suggesting a folded jackknife or cut-throat razor

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of jackknife clam
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