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crabby

[ˈkræbi]

crabby Definition

  • 1bad-tempered and irritable
  • 2infested with or resembling crabs

Using crabby: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "crabby" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She's always crabby in the morning.

  • Example

    He was in a crabby mood all day.

  • Example

    The beach was crabby with small crustaceans.

  • Example

    The old boat had a crabby bottom.

crabby Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for crabby

Antonyms for crabby

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Summary: crabby in Brief

The term 'crabby' [ˈkræbi] refers to someone who is bad-tempered and irritable. It can also describe something that is infested with or resembling crabs, such as a beach or a boat. Examples include 'She's always crabby in the morning' and 'The old boat had a crabby bottom.' Synonyms include 'grumpy' and 'irritable,' while informal alternatives include 'grinchy' and 'cranky.'

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