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octopus

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Noun — A soft-bodied sea creature with eight arms lined with suckers and no internal shell.

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Etymology

From Greek oktopous, literally "eight-foot", from okto ("eight") + pous ("foot").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “octopus” mean?

The word “octopus” means a soft-bodied sea creature with eight arms lined with suckers and no internal shell. In plain terms, a sea animal with eight arms, famous for its intelligence and ability to camouflage.

How do you pronounce “octopus”?

“Octopus” is pronounced OK-tuh-puus (/ˈɑktəpʊs/ in IPA).

How do you use “octopus” in a sentence?

Here is “octopus” used in a sentence: “The octopus squeezed through a gap barely wider than its beak.”

What is another word for “octopus”?

Words with a similar meaning to “octopus” include polypus.

What part of speech is “octopus”?

“Octopus” is a noun.

Where does the word “octopus” come from?

The word “octopus” comes from Greek. From Greek oktopous, literally "eight-foot", from okto ("eight") + pous ("foot").

Is “octopus” a common word?

“Octopus” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “octopus” have?

“Octopus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a soft-bodied sea creature with eight arms lined with suckers and no internal shell.

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