blue crab

noun

: a large bluish-green edible crab (Callinectes sapidus of the family Portunidae) of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts

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Examples of blue crab in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

However, this is a stellar opportunity to dig into excellent, authentic Thai dishes (no punches held on sour or spice), and the Thai Wok Omelet with blue crab and morning glory at breakfast is exceedingly memorable. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Reeling from damage to the mollusk industry, the Italian government adopted a blue crab eradication program in 2024. — ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026

When the restaurant itself opens, diners can also expect to see Giancarlo’s take on his grandmother’s spaghetti & blue crab, smothered in Sunday gravy and spaghetti tossed in the same sauce, topped with fresh basil. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026

Under the right conditions, a single one-kilogram adult can put away four medium-sized blue crabs a day. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1763, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for blue crab

• ahab
• cantab
• hijab
• kitab
• prefab
• ab
• cab
• dab
• drab
• fab
• gab
• grab