brachyuran
/brækiˈjʊrən/
noun
- A type of crustacean with a short, broad abdomen that is folded under its body, such as a crab.
- The brachyuran scuttled sideways across the sandy beach.
- Marine biologists studied the behavior of a common brachyuran found in tide pools.
- At the aquarium, the children watched a brachyuran use its claws to break open a shell.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of crabs or the group of crustaceans that includes true crabs.
- The fossil showed clear brachyuran features, including a wide carapace and folded abdomen.
- She wrote a research paper on brachyuran evolution and their diverse habitats.
- The brachyuran body shape is adapted for walking sideways and hiding in crevices.