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any of various edible tropical marine gastropods of the genus Strombus having a brightly-colored spiral shell with large outer lip
Shell: ammunition consisting of a cylindrical metal casing containing an explosive charge and a projectile; fired from a large gun
Used: employed in accomplishing something
Wind: air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
Instrument: equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling
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Shell used as a wind instrument Crossword Clue FAQ
What is the 5-letter answer to "Shell used as a wind instrument" crossword clue?
The answer to the "Shell used as a wind instrument" crossword clue is CONCH . This answer contains 5 letters and was confirmed in the USA Today puzzle.
Which crossword used "Shell used as a wind instrument" clue?
This crossword clue most recently appeared in the USA Today puzzle on October 10, 2025 . Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.
What is the meaning of CONCH?
The word CONCH means: any of various edible tropical marine gastropods of the genus Strombus having a brightly-colored spiral shell with large outer lip. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Shell used as a wind instrument".
