crustacean
What is another word for crustacean? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A hard-shelled creature such as a crab, lobster, shrimp, or barnacle, mostly living in water.
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Etymology
From the scientific name Crustacea, based on Latin crusta ("shell" or "crust") — named for their hard outer shell.
Full origin of crustacean →Frequently asked questions
What does “crustacean” mean?
The word “crustacean” means a hard-shelled creature such as a crab, lobster, shrimp, or barnacle, mostly living in water. In plain terms, a group of shelled sea creatures that includes crabs, lobsters, shrimp, and barnacles.
How do you pronounce “crustacean”?
“Crustacean” is pronounced kruhs-TAY-shuhn (/kɹʌsˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “crustacean” in a sentence?
Here is “crustacean” used in a sentence: “Lobsters and crabs are both crustaceans.”
What part of speech is “crustacean”?
“Crustacean” is a noun.
Where does the word “crustacean” come from?
The word “crustacean” comes from Latin. From the scientific name Crustacea, based on Latin crusta ("shell" or "crust") — named for their hard outer shell.
Related words
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