Crab Definition
crab
- noun
- 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; "he caught a crab and lost the race"
- verb
- direct (an aircraft) into a crosswind
- scurry sideways like a crab
- fish for crab
- complain; "What was he hollering about?"
"Crab" in song lyrics
See how crab is used in real songs:
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"You suck crab"
7L & Esoteric — First Letter -
"Catch him to put the barrel to a crab"
Bill Ray — Put the Gun to Ya! -
"O.G. like the Figure-Four the Boston Crab"
Blackalicious f/ KWEEN and Lyrics Born — Give it to Ya
Words that rhyme with crab
Usage tips for "crab"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "crab" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for crab to find words that pair well.