crab's
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/kræbz/
(crab)
sideways movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'crab' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'crabba', where 'crabba' meant 'crab'.
Historical Evolution
'crabba' changed from Old English word 'crabba' and eventually became the modern English word 'crab'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of crustacean', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'crab', indicating something belonging to or associated with a crab.
The crab's shell was hard and protective.
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