Whelk (noun)

A marine snail with a spiral shell, typically found in coastal waters and used as food.

Origin:

Old english hwelc, of germanic origin; related to dutch welk and german welsch.

Examples:

1. The whelk is a common food in many coastal communities.
2. The whelk's meat is considered a delicacy in some countries.
3. The whelk's shells can be found washed up on beaches.
4. The whelk is a type of gastropod mollusk.
5. The whelk can be eaten raw or cooked and is often used in soups and stews.