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Crabs Claws Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "CHELAE" which means:
- noun
- • A pincer-like claw of a crustacean or arachnid.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The crab used its chelae to catch its prey."
- • "The lobster's chelae are strong and sharp."
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New York Times15 Aug 1981 | Down 13 | |
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