Monday, July 22, 2024

Word of the Day: Crabwise

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adverb 1. To, toward, or from the side, typically in an awkward way.
adjective 1. Moving sideways, typically in an awkward way.
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Play Button "Roberto's dodgeball technique was to move crabwise without taking his eyes off his opponents."
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English, early 20th century
Why This Word?
Crabs are capable of moving forward, but their leg joints make it far easier for them to move quickly by darting left or right. Because they're the only animal famous for moving in this manner, "crabwise" is an evocative description of sideways motion. ...
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