cowry

Meanings

• noun

  A large, marine univalve mollusk of the family Cypraeidae, characterized by a heavy, spiral-shaped shell.

  - "The cowry shell was once used as currency in some parts of Africa."
  - "The cowry is a popular subject in seashell art and jewelry."

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Synonyms

money cowrie , wampum

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cowry
corry , berry , merry

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Variants

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cowrie , cowries , cowry , kauri

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Etymology

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The name 'cowry' comes from the Old English word 'cowre', meaning 'helmet' or 'shell'. This is likely a reference to the protective, helmet-like shape of the cowry shell.

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Trivia

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1. The cowry is the national symbol of the Republic of Benin.

2. The largest cowry shell on record measured over 12 inches (30.5 cm) in length.

3. Cowries were once used as currency in parts of Africa, India, and the Pacific Islands.

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Related Concepts

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1. Cypraeidae: The family of large marine mollusks to which the cowry belongs.

2. Shell currency: The historical use of cowry shells as a form of currency.

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Culture

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In various cultures, cowry shells have been used as currency, decorative objects, and religious symbols. In some West African traditions, cowries are believed to bring good luck and are used in divination practices.

How to Memorize "cowry"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, spiral-shaped shell, like a helmet, to remember the word 'cowry'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cowry' with the image of a protective helmet or a beautiful seashell.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Cowry is a curved, worn helmet' to remember the word.

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