quahog
4 synonyms for quahog, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hard-shelled edible clam found along the Atlantic coast of North America.
Synonyms
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quahaug
hard clam
round clam
hard-shell clam
Etymology
Borrowed from Narragansett poquaûhock, meaning "hard clam," an Indigenous Algonquian word from New England.
Full origin of quahog →Frequently asked questions
What does “quahog” mean?
The word “quahog” means a hard-shelled edible clam found along the Atlantic coast of North America. In plain terms, a type of thick-shelled clam common in New England cooking, especially chowder.
How do you pronounce “quahog”?
“Quahog” is pronounced KOH-hog (/ˈkwɔ.hɔɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “quahog” in a sentence?
Here is “quahog” used in a sentence: “They dug for quahogs at low tide and made a big pot of chowder.”
What part of speech is “quahog”?
“Quahog” is a noun.
