What does crab stick mean?
Crab stick means (now rare) A cudgel, originally made of the wood of a crabapple tree, hence any similar club..
Crab stick
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(now rare) A cudgel, originally made of the wood of a crabapple tree, hence any similar club..
Definitions by Sense
- (now rare) A cudgel, originally made of the wood of a crabapple tree, hence any similar club.
- (obsolete) A crabby, ill-tempered person.
- A processed food, made of surimi to somewhat resemble the legs of a crab.
Example Sentences
[O]ne of them who appeared to have the most spirit had a knotted crab-stick in his hand, and insisted that the Irishman should not leave the company, till he had first given satisfaction for the insult he had committed on them all.
Synonyms for crab stick
Antonyms for crab stick
Related Words
Word Forms
- crabsticks
- crab-stick
- crab stick
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for crab stick?
Common synonyms include imitation crab stick, crab surimi stick, sea legs.
What is the opposite of crab stick?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use crab stick in a sentence?
[O]ne of them who appeared to have the most spirit had a knotted crab-stick in his hand, and insisted that the Irishman should not leave the company, till he had first given satisfaction for the insult he had committed on them all.
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