noun
- plural of crab; marine crustaceans with broad flat bodies, short tails, and five pairs of legs including large claws
- a parasitic infection caused by pubic lice
Usage: medical; informal
Examples
- The fishermen caught several blue crabs in their nets.
- Hermit crabs live in empty shells for protection.
- We ordered steamed crabs at the seafood restaurant.
- The children watched crabs scurrying across the beach.
- King crabs are prized for their sweet meat.
- The doctor prescribed medication to treat the crabs.