Whelk

Synonyms of whelk

• conch
• sea snail
• periwinkle

Antonyms of whelk

• release
• free
• liberate

Collocations of whelk

whelk shell

Frequency: 70 %

She collected a beautiful whelk shell on the beach.

whelk meat

Frequency: 60 %

The chef prepared a delicious dish using fresh whelk meat.

whelk species

Frequency: 50 %

There are several different whelk species found in this area.

whelk fishing

Frequency: 45 %

He spent the afternoon whelk fishing off the pier.

Idiomatic Expressions for whelk

• Phrase: whelk out of
  Meaning: to avoid or evade a situation or responsibility
  Usage: He tried to whelk out of his chores by pretending to be sick.