Crabby
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɹæb.i/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Crabby is an adjective meaning Relating to or resembling crabs; crablike.
Meaning
Relating to or resembling crabs; crablike.
More Meanings
- Abounding with crabs.
- Visibly irritated or annoyed; grouchy, irritable, in a foul mood; given to complaining or finding fault in an annoyed way.
- Crabbed; difficult or perplexing.
Example Sentences
"You're not crabby, are you?" "No, no, not at all. I think I'll go."
As for animal life, this is the "Crabbiest Place in the World," where 20 land and intertidal crabs range from tiny beach dwellers to the chunky robber crabs that crack coconuts with their massive claws.
Word Forms
- crabbier
- crabbiest
Synonyms for crabby
Depending on context, synonyms include ratty, cross, grumpy, grouchy, ill-natured, crabbed.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include grouchy, ill-tempered, bad-tempered, ill-natured, crabbed, grumpy.
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