1
: having a shell especially of a specified kind
—often used in combination
pink-shelled
thick-shelled
2
a
: having the shell removed
shelled nuts
b
: removed from the cob
shelled corn
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As farmers continue to harvest cornfields, check the edges of shelled cornfields, too.
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Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 17 Oct. 2024
Whether raw or roasted, whole or shelled, pumpkin seeds make a versatile and tasty addition to snacks, salads, and other meals.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 1 Oct. 2024
Indeed, a single cup of shelled pistachios contains close to 700 calories.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 30 June 2024
Indeed, a single cup of shelled pistachios pack nearly 25 grams.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 30 June 2024
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Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 17 Oct. 2024
Whether raw or roasted, whole or shelled, pumpkin seeds make a versatile and tasty addition to snacks, salads, and other meals.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 1 Oct. 2024
Indeed, a single cup of shelled pistachios contains close to 700 calories.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 30 June 2024
Indeed, a single cup of shelled pistachios pack nearly 25 grams.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 30 June 2024
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“Shelled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shelled. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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shelled
adjective1
: having a shell especially of a specified kind
pink-shelled
hard-shelled
2
a
: having the shell removed
shelled nuts
shelled oysters
b
: removed from the cob
shelled corn
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