Associations to the word «Crabwise»

Wiktionary

CRABWISE, adjective. In the manner of a crab; sideways.
CRABWISE, adjective. (figuratively) Incidental.
CRABWISE, adverb. In the manner of a crab; sideways.

Dictionary definition

CRABWISE, adjective. (of movement) at an angle.

Wise words

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