crab (Meaning)
crab (n)
decapod having eyes on short stalks and a broad flattened carapace with a small abdomen folded under the thorax and pincers
a quarrelsome grouch
(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
the edible flesh of any of various crabs
a louse that infests the pubic region of the human body
a stroke of the oar that either misses the water or digs too deeply
crab (v)
direct (an aircraft) into a crosswind
scurry sideways like a crab
fish for crab
complain
Synonyms & Antonyms of crab
crab Sentence Examples
- The crab scuttled sideways along the sandy beach, its claws raised defensively.
- Crabs are decapod crustaceans characterized by their hard exoskeletons and ten limbs.
- In coastal regions, crabbing is a popular pastime where people catch crabs using traps or nets.
- Blue crabs are renowned for their sweet, succulent meat and are a delicacy in many cuisines.
- Hermit crabs are known for their habit of occupying discarded shells for protection.
- Crabs play a vital role in marine ecosystems as scavengers and predators, helping to maintain ecological balance.
- Crabs are adept at camouflaging themselves among rocks and seaweed to evade predators.
- Some species of crab, such as the coconut crab, are capable of climbing trees and can grow to impressive sizes.
- The fiddler crab gets its name from the oversized claw of the male, which it uses in courtship displays.
- Crabs undergo molting, shedding their old exoskeletons to allow for growth.
FAQs About the word crab
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The crab scuttled sideways along the sandy beach, its claws raised defensively.
Crabs are decapod crustaceans characterized by their hard exoskeletons and ten limbs.
In coastal regions, crabbing is a popular pastime where people catch crabs using traps or nets.
Blue crabs are renowned for their sweet, succulent meat and are a delicacy in many cuisines.
