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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lampshells

/ˈlæmpʃɛlz/ noun · British & US
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What does lampshells mean?

noun

A type of fossilized brachiopod shell, often found in sedimentary rocks. Lampshells are typically crescent-shaped and have a distinctive hinge.

Example

"The paleontologist carefully extracted the lampshells from the rock formation, studying their unique characteristics."

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