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terebrae

/tɛrɪbriː/ noun · British & US
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What does terebrae mean?

noun

A genus of large sea snails, commonly known as auger shells, characterized by their large, spiral shells with a long, narrow spire.

Example

"The terebrae shells were found on the beach after the storm."

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