American quahog
noun
an edible hardshell clam of the Atlantic coast of North America, often used in chowder; also called cherrystone, littleneck, quahog, hardshell clam
Examples
Anything over three inches in diameter ranks as a quahog.
Word Origin
c. 1781
Usage Note
cooking
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