Definitions

1. verb

to remove the shell from (a nut, peanut, etc.)

“She learned to beshell peanuts quickly and efficiently.”

2. noun

the act of removing the shell from something

“Beshelling almonds was a tedious task, but necessary.”

3. verb (archaic)

to strip or shell (a fortification, etc.)

“The soldiers were ordered to beshell the enemy’s defenses.”