Synonyms for
Crabs
Definition
Crabs are sea creatures with a hard shell, eight legs, and two pincers.
Synonyms & similar words
pubiclouse
phthiriuspubis
gripe
grouse
cancer
crabbyperson
beef
squawk
crab
crabmeat
bitch
crablouse
bellyache
holler
pediculosispubis
cancerthecrab
shellfish
lobster
shrimp
crawfish
prawn
crayfish
oyster
clam
mussel
scallop
snail
barnacle
cockle
periwinkle
whelk
abalone
conch
cuttlefish
nautilus
octopus
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- tight with money
- mean with money
- clutching at money
- hoarding money
- counting every penny
- stingy with praise
- stingy with time
Word family
Usage note
While 'crab' can refer to the crustacean, it is most commonly used informally to describe a person who is habitually stingy or ill-tempered. The adjective 'crabby' is more common for describing a bad mood.
Example sentences
- I saw a crab at the beach yesterday.
- The crab was hiding under a rock.
- Crabs have two big pincers.
- I can't eat crabs because I'm allergic to shellfish.
- Crabs walk sideways.
Quotes
A crab walks so beautifully that its walk is called a 'crab crawl.' - Christian Nestell Bovee
I'm a Cancer, so I'm a crab. I'm very sensitive and loyal and I will pinch you if you mess with the people I love. - Christina Perri
You can't have everything. Where would you put it? - Steven Wright