Buccinum

noun

Buc·​ci·​num

ˈbəksənəm

: a genus (the type of the family Buccinidae) of marine gastropod mollusks comprising the typical whelks

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Latin buccinum, bucinum trumpet, a shellfish, from buccina, bucina trumpet

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now