crab Synonyms
Another word for crab
• noun (Context 1)
The delicate, flaky, savory flesh of this marine crustacean, harvested and prepared as seafood.
"The coastal restaurant is famous for serving fresh steamed crabmeat with melted butter and lemon."
• noun (Context 2)
An irritable, ill-tempered, or habitually complaining person.
"He turns into an absolute grouch whenever his morning routine is interrupted."
• verb (Context 3)
To complain, grumble, or find fault in a peevish or irritable manner (informal).
"The commuters were crabbing about the delayed train and the lack of air conditioning."
• noun (Context 4)
The small, hard, sharply sour fruit produced by wild or ornamental species of apple trees in the genus Malus (commonly called a crab apple), often used to make jellies, preserves, and cider.
"In autumn, the wild hedgerows were heavy with tart golden crabs suitable for making spiced jelly."
• verb (Context 5)
To move sideways or obliquely, or to steer an aircraft or vessel slightly into a crosswind or current to maintain a straight desired course.
"The pilot had to sidle the small plane into the strong crosswind during the final approach to the runway."
Opposites of crab
The opposite of crab shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: