English

Alternative forms

• hard-shell

Adjective

hardshell ‎(comparative more hardshell, superlative most hardshell)

1. having a tough outer shell

   His favorite seafood is hardshell crabs.

   a hardshell guitar case

2. (figuratively) rigid or uncompromising in principles, especially in religion or politics.

   Though it was a commonly held opinion, now only hardshell Baptists oppose dancing.