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crabber

[ krab-er ]

noun

  1. a person who catches crabs.
  2. a boat used in catching crabs.


crabber

/ ˈkræbə /

noun

  1. a crab fisherman
  2. a boat used for crab-fishing
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of crabber1

First recorded in 1840–50; crab 1 + -er 1( def )
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Example Sentences

A crabber is Florida's latest casualty of the flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio Vulnificus.

The crabs are then strung upon a string or wythe, and allowed to hang in the water until the crabber desists from his occupations.

The crabber reached over and turned a switch, cutting his engine.

Rick could see the boat, but the angle was wrong for him to see the crabber at work.

The crabber was getting about one crab for every three baits.

Scotty went into the cabin and left Rick watching the crabber.

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