"Whelk" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A type of large sea snail, typically gray or pink in color, that lives in shallow, cold waters, often found on sandy or muddy seabeds.
Example 1:
"I saw a whelk on the beach, and it was a beautiful example of marine life."
Example 2:
"Walking along the shoreline, we spotted a whelk buried in the sand."
Example 3:
"The chef carefully added sliced whelk to the salad for extra protein."
Example 4:
"In ancient Greece, the whelk was considered a delicacy and was served at special occasions."
Example 5:
"The whelk's shell was a lovely deep purple and had intricate patterns etched into it."
To make a high-pitched sound, typically when breathing out, especially because of an asthma attack or other respiratory problem.
Wheezes refer to a high-pitched whistling or hissing sound that is often heard when someone has a respiratory condition, such as asthma or bronchitis. It is typically caused by the obstruction of airflow in the lungs or airways, leading to a restrictive sound.<br><br>In addition to medical contexts, the word "wheezes" can also be used in a more playful or whimsical way to describe a humorous or quirky trick or tactic. For example, someone might say "that's a wheeze" to describe a clever or amusing way of solving a problem.