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Macrocheira

Macrocheira

9.9
A very large crab with long legs that lives in Japanese seas
  • noun
  • /ˌmækroʊˈkiːrə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Macrocheira
  • The Macrocheira can reach a leg span of up to 4 meters, making it the largest crab in the world.

Examples

  • Scientists study Macrocheira to understand more about deep-sea adaptation.

  • A newly discovered specimen of Macrocheira was displayed at the marine research center.

  • The Macrocheira is known for its impressive size.

  • Many tourists visit Japan to see the Macrocheira in its natural habitat.

  • The Macrocheira is a fascinating species known for its enormous size and unique appearance.

  • Researchers recently tracked the movements of a Macrocheira off the coast of Japan.

  • The Macrocheira, with its long legs and large claws, is a remarkable sight in Japanese waters.

Synonyms

spider crab
vsMacrocheira
6.3

A sea crab with very long legs and a small triangular body

is narrower, naming a single genus of giant crabs native to Japan

Compounds

Macrocheira kaempferi
  • Specialized
9.9

A very large crab from Japan with very long legs that lives in the deep sea

Surface Forms

Macrocheira singular
Macrocheiras plural

Etymology

Macrocheira comes from Greek parts macro- meaning 'large' and cheira meaning 'hand'. It was given to the giant spider crab because its long legs and claws look like very big hands, so the name points to the crab's huge size.