clam chowder

/klæm ˌtʃaʊdər/
/klæm ˈtʃaʊdə/
IPA guide

Other forms: clam chowders

Definitions of clam chowder
  1. noun
    chowder containing clams
    see moresee less
    types:
    Manhattan clam chowder
    a chowder made with clams and tomatoes and other vegetables and seasonings
    New England clam chowder
    a thick chowder made with clams and potatoes and onions and salt pork and milk
    type of:
    chowder
    a thick soup or stew usually containing seafood in a base of cream or tomatoes
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘clam chowder'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family