The meaning of Whelks and additional information.

Whelk(n.) Any one numerous species of large marine gastropods belonging to Buccinum and allied genera; especially, Buccinum undatum, common on the coasts both of Europe and North America, and much used as food in Europe.

Whelk(n.) A papule; a pustule; acne.

Whelk(n.) A stripe or mark; a ridge; a wale.