crabmeat

[ krab-meet ]

noun

1. the parts of a crab used for food.

Word History and Origins

Origin of crabmeat¹

crab ¹ + meat

Example Sentences

Her recipe yields two pies from one pound of crab, which is a bargain in my book, and you don't even have to use the highest grade of crabmeat for these to be wonderful.

From Salon

Add in the crabmeat and a handful or two of the chopped green parts of the green onions and stir with care so that any lump pieces of crabmeat stay intact.

From Salon

Top with crabmeat, garnishes and the smallest swirl of olive oil.

From Salon

Reportedly contracting ptomaine from poisonous crabmeat en route from Alaska, Harding was ordered to bed rest on his train.

From Seattle Times

If you grew up on the water, as my husband, Tom, did, your love affair with crabmeat started early.

From Salon