Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word
conquilla. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word
conquilla, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say
conquilla in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word
conquilla you have here. The definition of the word
conquilla will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition of
conquilla, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.
Catalan
Etymology
Inherited from Latin conchȳlium, from Ancient Greek κογχύλιον (konkhúlion), diminutive of κόγχος (kónkhos, “mussel, cockle”). Cognate with Italian conchiglia.
Pronunciation
Noun
conquilla f (plural conquilles)
- mollusc shell, seashell, conch
- Synonym: carculla
- (usually in the plural) pasta shell; conchiglia
- Synonym: conquilleta
- (sports) athletic cup (US), box (UK) (piece of protective gear which covers the genitals)
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Further reading