box crab

English

Etymology

In reference to the bulky carapace.

Noun

box crab (plural box crabs)

  1. Any of the crabs of the genus Calappa.
    Synonym: shamefaced crab

Derived terms

  • lumpy box crab
  • rough box crab
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