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whelk

The word “whelk” has 1 syllable: whelk

It's pronounced as /wɛlk/

What is synonym and antonym for whelk?

In the thesaurus, “whelk” has 19 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for whelk along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for whelk

Antonyms for whelk

  • bivalve
  • crustacean
  • fish

Meanings of whelk

  • noun
    1. Certain edible sea snails, especially, any one of numerous species of large marine gastropods belonging to Buccinidae, much used as food in Europe.
    2. Pimple.
    3. A stripe or mark; a ridge; a wale.

Example Sentences

  • The chef added a fresh whelk to the seafood platter.
  • A large whelk was resting on the rocky shoreline.
  • She studied the spiral shape of the whelk during her marine biology class.
  • The fisherman found a rare whelk in his net this morning.
  • The tide pools were filled with tiny creatures, including the occasional whelk.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to whelk, such as: bivalve, blackhead, blister, boil, bump, crustacean, fester.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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sore

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