conch Synonyms
Another word for conch
• noun (Context 1)
The large, spiraled shell of a conch mollusk, frequently used as an ornamental object, a vessel, or blown into as a ceremonial musical horn.
"Standing on the beach, he blew a deep, resonant note through the seashell to call the rest of the group to the evening bonfire."
• noun (Context 2)
A large, edible marine gastropod mollusk native to tropical and warm waters, typically possessing a heavy spiral shell with a prominently flared lip.
"The local fishermen dove into the clear Caribbean waters to harvest gastropod for the island's famous seafood chowder."
• verb (Context 3)
To mix, agitate, and aerate liquid chocolate mass in a specialized machine to refine its texture and develop its flavor profile.
"The artisanal chocolatier conched the cocoa paste for over seventy-two hours to ensure a perfectly smooth and velvety finish."