Shelly
0 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Shelly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Made up of the shells of dead sea creatures.
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Etymology
From shell plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
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What does “Shelly” mean?
The word “Shelly” means made up of the shells of dead sea creatures. In plain terms, full of shells, or looking like a shell.
How do you pronounce “Shelly”?
“Shelly” is pronounced SHEH-lee (/ˈʃɛli/ in IPA).
How do you use “Shelly” in a sentence?
Here is “Shelly” used in a sentence: “The beach was shelly underfoot, crunching with every step.”
What part of speech is “Shelly”?
“Shelly” is an adjective.
Is “Shelly” a common word?
“Shelly” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Shelly” have?
“Shelly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: made up of the shells of dead sea creatures.