scun·gil·li noun alsoscun·gi·li\skünˈjēlē, -jilē\ (-s) Etymology: modification of Italian dialect scunciglio conch, seashell, probably alteration of Italian conchiglia seashell, shellfish, from Latin conchylium shellfish — more at conchylium 1.: alimentary paste in the shape of conch shells 2.: the meat of a conch cooked and served with a highly seasoned sauce