What is another word for quahog?
Pronunciation: [kwˈahɒɡ] (IPA) 
A quahog is a type of clam found in coastal waters of North America. It is also known as the hard-shelled clam or cherry stone clam. Other synonyms for quahog include chowder clam, littleneck clam, and topneck clam. These names refer to variations in size and shape of the quahog, with the littleneck and topneck being smaller and rounder than the chowder clam. Other regional names for this type of clam include poquauhock, cuk-a-nock, and weeyawuk. Quahogs are commonly used in clam chowder and other seafood dishes, and are an important source of food and income for coastal communities.
