razor clam

noun

: any of a family (Solenidae) of marine lamellibranch mollusks having a long narrow thin shell

Examples of razor clam in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Dishes like the delicate John Dory, razor clam and quinoa, or the unorthodox crawfish with Korean soup, are an exhilarating celebration of flavor, texture and craftsmanship. —Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025

Meanwhile, a roving raw bar cart, sparkling under its own theatrical lighting, tempts diners with icy treasures like razor clams and shrimp cocktail. —Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024

Your massive spread should include some of the best razor clams of your life. —Baz Dreisinger, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024

Deeply delicious razor clams, which sizzle atop a little grill that’s brought to your table, are another standout new dish. —Andy Wang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

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