cuttlebone
/ˈkʌtəlbəʊn/Definitions
1. noun
The internal shell of a cuttlefish, used as a buoyancy device.
“The cuttlebone of the cuttlefish helped it stay afloat in the water.”
2. noun
A lightweight, porous structure used in crafts and decorations, often made from sponges or other materials, resembling the internal shell of a cuttlefish.
“The artist used cuttlebone to create a unique mobile for the store window.”