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crab spider
noun
- any crab-shaped spider of the family Thomisidae, characterized by its sideways manner of moving.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of crab spider1
First recorded in 1860–65
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Example Sentences
The northern crab spider may have a haunting face etched onto its carapace, but it’s actually quite harmless.
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Skilful in the prompt despatch of her prey, the little Crab Spider is no less well-versed in the nesting art.
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She does not become thin and wither away, like the Crab-spider.
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The crab-spider is one of the most horrible of Nature's creations.
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Skillful in the prompt despatch of her prey, the little Crab-spider is no less clever in the nesting art.
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People who shrink from touching any other Spider do not fear to handle the beautiful Crab Spider, so gentle in appearance.
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