(idiomatic, Philippines) A way of thinking best described by the phrase "if I can't have it, neither can you." The metaphor refers to a pot of crabs in which one tries to escape over the side, but is relentlessly pulled down by the others in the pot.

A submission wrestling move.

(uncountable) A spice mixture used to flavor the water in which crabs or other shellfish are boiled. / (countable) A social event where boiled crabs are eaten.

plural of crab boil

(rowing) To strike the blade of the oar against the water when moving the oar back between power strokes.

A highly prized crab-like crustacean of various species. / (poker slang) A king and a three as a starting hand in Texas hold 'em.

(music) A contrapuntal composition in which one melody is superimposed on the same melody in reverse

A crab of the Hippoidea superfamily of decapod crustaceans, living in sandy habitats. / (US, naval slang) A civilian.

a burger with crab meat inside of it.

plural of crab louse