softshell

A softshell turtle (Trionychidae).

Adjective

  1. Having a relatively soft shell.

Origin

From soft + shell.

Forms

soft-shell

Derived

soft-shell turtle

Noun

  1. A softshell turtle (Trionychidae).
  2. A layered synthetic fabric used for weatherproof sportswear.

Forms

softshells soft-shell

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