Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cauri
Noun
/ˈkaʊəri/
Definition
A type of shell that is used as currency and adornment in various cultures, particularly in Africa and over the Indian Ocean.
Examples
- Cauris were once widely traded as a form of currency in parts of Africa.
- She wore a necklace made of cauri shells that she collected from the beach.
- The museum displayed an assortment of cauri shells from different regions.
Meaning
Cauri refers to the small, glossy shells of certain mollusks, historically used for trade and decoration.
Synonyms
- Shell
- Mollusk shell
- Currency shell
