Questions about example sentences with, and the definition and usage of "Husk"

A:

This is a common expression which means, I feel drained and exhausted and empty of purpose

A: a husk means you were a dead shell. someone who isnt happy with anything in on your situation, and only looks happy or functional from the outside, like the dead husk of a cicada.

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I understand! Thank you very much for the detailed answer😊🧡

A: Husk : the dry outer covering of some fruits or seeds.
Example: "the fibrous husk of the coconut"

Whereas,

Shell: is the hard protective outer case of a mollusc or crustacean.
Examples:
"cowrie shells"
"the shell of a crab"

A: Today I will scoop a husk to feed the chickens and if I finish then I will have breakfast.

A: after FINISHING or after they have finished. (I'm not a native I could be wrong )