shuck

[US]/ʃʌk/
[UK]/ʃʌk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.shell; outer covering; oyster shell
v.to remove; to take off
vt.to shell; to strip off outer covering; to remove

Phrases & Collocations

shuck corn

shuck oysters

shuck peas

shuck clams

shuck shells

shuck beans

shuck fruit

shuck the husk

shuck garlic

shuck walnuts

Example Sentences

he had to shuck the corn before cooking.

she learned how to shuck oysters at the seafood restaurant.

they decided to shuck the clams for a fresh dish.

it's important to shuck the peas properly for the recipe.

shucking corn is a fun activity for kids in the summer.

he showed me how to shuck a coconut.

we spent the afternoon shucking beans for the stew.

she was quick to shuck the shells off the shrimp.

shucking the corn can be messy, but it's worth it.

he enjoys shucking the fresh vegetables from the garden.

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