CRABS
/kɹæbz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CRABS
A crustacean of the infraorder Brachyura, having five pairs of legs, the foremost of which are in the form of claws, and a carapace.
The meat of this crustacean, served as food; crabmeat
A bad-tempered person.
To fish for crabs.
To ruin.
To complain.
The crab apple or wild apple.
The tree bearing crab apples, which has a dogbane-like bitter bark with medical use.
Word Details
Is CRABS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CRABS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CRABS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CRABS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | r | a | b | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CRABS
33 words from the letters in CRABS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CRABS in Word Games
CRABS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CRABS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CRABS to find 33 additional valid words.