shelly

/ˈʃɛli/
adjective
  1. Covered with or consisting of seashells.
    • The shelly beach was perfect for collecting souvenirs.
    • The path was shelly and sharp, so we wore sturdy shoes.
    • We walked along the shelly shore, listening to the crunch under our feet.
  2. Resembling or having the texture of a shell.
    • The rock had a shelly surface that flaked off easily.
    • The fossil had a shelly appearance with ridges and curves.
    • Her necklace was made of shelly beads that looked like tiny seashells.
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