shelling Definition and Meaning in English (shelling definition)
nounShelling definition: The act of bombarding a place with artillery shells or other projectiles, often causing damage and casualties.
Definitions of Shelling
- 1noun(formal)
The act of bombarding a place with artillery shells or other projectiles, often causing damage and casualties.
- 2noun(casual)
The process of removing the outer casing, shell, or pod from nuts, peas, or other food items.
- 3verb
The present participle form of the verb 'to shell', indicating the ongoing action of firing projectiles or removing an outer covering.
Example Sentences
“The shelling of the city caused widespread destruction and forced many to flee.”
“She spent the morning shelling almonds for the cake recipe.”
“The army reported heavy shelling along the border overnight.”
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To pay a large amount of money for something, often reluctantly.
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