clam

B2
Pronunciation
/klæm/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

A bivalve mollusk of many kinds, especially those that are edible; for example the soft-shell clam (Mya arenaria), the hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria), the sea clam or hen clam (Spisula solidissima), and other species. The name is said to have been given originally to the Tridacna gigas, a huge East Indian bivalve.

2 Definition

Strong pincers or forceps.

3 Definition

A kind of vise, usually of wood.

4 Definition

A dollar (usually used in the plural).

Example Sentences
  • Those sneakers cost me fifty clams!
5 Definition

A Scientologist.

6 Definition

A vagina.

7 Definition

One who clams up; a taciturn person, one who refuses to speak.

8 Definition

A crash or clangor made by ringing all the bells of a chime at once.

9 Definition

Clamminess; moisture

10 Definition

Acronym of Clip-on Load Adjusting Mechanism. A device that can be fitted onto an oar to adjust set.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To dig for clams.

2 Definition

To produce, in bellringing, a clam or clangor; to cause to clang.

3 Definition

To be moist or glutinous; to stick; to adhere.

4 Definition

To clog, as with glutinous or viscous matter.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Clammy.