Meaning of the word crustacean in English

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crustacean

US /krʌsˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /krʌsˈteɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

an arthropod of the large, mainly aquatic group Crustacea, such as a crab, lobster, shrimp, or barnacle, typically having a segmented body, a hard exoskeleton, and paired, jointed limbs.

Example:
Lobsters and crabs are common types of crustaceans.
Many people are allergic to shellfish, which includes various crustaceans.
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