softshell

English

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Etymology

From soft +‎ shell.

Adjective

softshell (not comparable)

  1. (zoology) Having a relatively soft shell.

Derived terms

Noun

softshell (countable and uncountable, plural softshells)

  1. (countable) A softshell turtle (Trionychidae).
  2. (uncountable) A layered synthetic fabric used for weatherproof sportswear.
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