el caracol (noun)

  1. snail
  2. shell (of a snail), spiral shell
  3. curl (of hair)

Encontré un caracol enorme escondido debajo de una hoja de lechuga.

I found an enormous snail hidden under a lettuce leaf.

Los resultados del experimento con caracoles extraordinarios, según el profesor.

The results of the experiment with snails were extraordinary, according to the professor.

Cuando me jubile, me dedicaré a criar caracoles gigantes.

When I retire, I'll dedicate myself to raising giant snails.