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crab

/kræb/ noun · British & US
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What does crab mean?

noun

A crustacean with a broad, flat body and a pair of claws, typically found in saltwater or brackish environments. Crabs are often caught for food and are also popular in aquariums.

Example

"The beach was filled with crabs scuttling sideways across the sand."

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