Crab
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British pronunciation/kɹˈæb/
American pronunciation/ˈkɹæb/

Definition & Meaning of "crab"

Crab
01

a sea creature with eight legs, two pincers, and a hard shell, which is able to live on land

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crab definition and meaning

What is a "crab"?

A crab is a crustacean characterized by its hard exoskeleton and sideways-walking movement. It has a wide and flattened body with a pair of pincers and multiple legs. The crab is typically found in coastal areas and can vary in size, color, and shape depending on the species. It is well-adapted to its marine or terrestrial environment and plays an important ecological role as a scavenger and predator. The crab is known for its ability to regenerate lost limbs and is widely recognized as a delicious seafood enjoyed by many cultures around the world.

02

the meat of a crab that can be eaten

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crab definition and meaning

What is "crab"?

Crab, the meat extracted from various species of crabs, is prized for its sweet, delicate flavor and tender texture. The meat is typically found in the claws, legs, and body of the crab and can vary in color from white to brown depending on the species. Crab meat is versatile and can be enjoyed in numerous culinary preparations, including crab cakes, crab salads, crab dips, soups, and sushi rolls. Whether served steamed, boiled, grilled, or sautéed, crab meat is celebrated for its exquisite taste and is often considered a highlight of seafood cuisine.

03

a stroke of the oar that either misses the water or digs too deeply

04

a quarrelsome grouch

to crab
01

complain

02

fish for crab

03

scurry sideways like a crab

04

direct (an aircraft) into a crosswind

crab

n

crabby

adj

crabby

adj
example
Example
With a flick of its pincers, the crab snapped up a tasty morsel washed ashore by the tide.
The crab scuttled sideways along the sandy shore, its claws raised in a defensive posture.
As the waves receded, the crab emerged from its sandy burrow, eager to forage for food along the shoreline.
The crab scuttled laterally along the sandy shore.
The crab scuttled sideways along the sandy beach.
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