The ear. As in “a word in your shell-like”.
Shell-like
Example Sentences
"A word in your shell-like."
"Listen with your shell-likes."
Etymology & History
From the shape of the ear resembling a seashell. Poetic/whimsical slang from the Victorian era, often in the phrase "a word in your shell-like".
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Victorian
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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