Tentacle Definition & Meaning

tentacle
noun
  1. something that acts like a tentacle in its ability to grasp and hold; "caught in the tentacles of organized crime"
  2. any of various elongated tactile or prehensile flexible organs that occur on the head or near the mouth in many animals; used for feeling or grasping or locomotion

"Tentacle" in song lyrics

See how tentacle is used in real songs:

  • "Sound alarms, I'm well armed, like an octopus tentacle"
    Chino XL f/ Killah Priest — Beastin'
  • "Lyrical heavyweights on the tip of this tentacle"
    Doap Nixon — Intro
  • "attendant to the tentacle"
    Shapeshifters — Sacred Geometry

Usage tips for "tentacle"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tentacle" 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 tentacle to find words that pair well.

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