Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shelled

adjective
/ʃɛld/
Definition
Having a shell or covering.
Examples
  • The shelled peanuts were easy to snack on.
  • The turtle is a shelled creature, providing it with protection.
  • They bought shelled corn for the bird feeders.
Meaning
Shelled refers to something that is covered by a hard, protective outer layer or shell. This term is often used in relation to certain types of foods, like nuts or certain animals, which have a hard outer casing.
Synonyms
  • Covered
  • Encased
  • Hulled