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CRABS

/kɹæbz/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

C 3/4
R 1/1
A 1/1
B 3/4
S 1/1

Definition of CRABS

noun

A crustacean of the infraorder Brachyura, having five pairs of legs, the foremost of which are in the form of claws, and a carapace.

noun

The meat of this crustacean, served as food; crabmeat

noun

A bad-tempered person.

verb

To fish for crabs.

verb

To ruin.

verb

To complain.

noun

The crab apple or wild apple.

noun

The tree bearing crab apples, which has a dogbane-like bitter bark with medical use.

Synonyms of CRABS

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
11
points

Is CRABS a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CRABS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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 crabs Total
Scrabble 31131 9
WWF 41141 11

Anagrams of CRABS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About CRABS

What does CRABS mean?
CRABS is a noun. A crustacean of the infraorder Brachyura, having five pairs of legs, the foremost of which are in the form of claws, and a carapace.
Is CRABS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CRABS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CRABS worth in Scrabble?
CRABS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from CRABS?
You can make 33 words from the letters in CRABS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CRABS?
Synonyms of CRABS include: crab apple. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of CRABS?
The anagrams of CRABS (words using the exact same letters) are: CARBS, SCRAB. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.