tentacle
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for tentacle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long, flexible, limb-like organ used for grasping or feeling, found on animals like octopuses and squid.
Synonyms
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How to use tentacle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From New Latin tentaculum, from Latin tentare ("to feel, try").
Full origin of tentacle →Frequently asked questions
What does “tentacle” mean?
The word “tentacle” means a long, flexible, limb-like organ used for grasping or feeling, found on animals like octopuses and squid. In plain terms, a sea-creature's grasping limb, or figuratively, a spreading reach of influence.
How do you pronounce “tentacle”?
“Tentacle” is pronounced TEHN-tuh-kuhl (/ˈtɛntəkəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “tentacle” in a sentence?
Here is “tentacle” used in a sentence: “The octopus wrapped a tentacle around the jar to open it.”
What is another word for “tentacle”?
Words with a similar meaning to “tentacle” include tentaculum.
What part of speech is “tentacle”?
“Tentacle” is a noun.
Where does the word “tentacle” come from?
The word “tentacle” comes from New Latin. From New Latin tentaculum, from Latin tentare ("to feel, try").
How many meanings does “tentacle” have?
“Tentacle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long, flexible, limb-like organ used for grasping or feeling, found on animals like octopuses and squid.