testaceous /tɛˈsteɪʃəs/ adjective3 •Having a shell, especially one which is not articulated.It has a very large head, in proportion to its body, all covered with a shell, like other testaceous Animals […] — 1665 •Of a dull orange or brownish colour, like brick. •(no longer used) Pertaining to earthenware or baked clay.[T]hey were burnt, or only baked in Oven or Sunne: According to the ancient way, in many bricks, tiles, pots, and testaceous works […] — 1658 formsmore testaceous · most testaceous