Meaning of the word crab in English

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crab

US /kræb/

UK /kræb/

a marine crustacean with a broad, flattened carapace, five pairs of legs, and a pair of pincers, typically moving sideways.

Example:

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We caught a large crab at the beach.

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She enjoys eating crab legs with butter.

Synonym:

crustacean

to complain about something, especially in a bad-tempered way.

Example:

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He's always crabbing about the food.

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Stop crabbing and just enjoy the party.

Synonym:

complain grumble grouse moan whine

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