giant crab

• Allgemeiner Begriff für jede sehr große Krabbenart, der oft für Arten wie die Japanische Riesenkrabbe oder den Palmendieb verwendet wird oder in fiktionalen Kontexten für ein riesiges Krebstier steht.

A general term for any very large crab, often used in reference to species like the Japanese spider crab or coconut crab, or in fictional contexts to describe an oversized crustacean.

1. Large marine crustaceanB1formal

   A very large species of crab, often found in deep ocean waters, known for its size and powerful claws.

   Riesenkrabbe

   • The giant crab scuttled across the ocean floor.
   • Fishermen caught a giant crab near the coast of Japan.
   • The aquarium has a giant crab on display.

2. Mythical or fictional creatureB2informal

   An oversized crab appearing in folklore, stories, or video games, often as a formidable opponent.

   Mythischer oder fiktiver Riese

   • In the legend, a giant crab guarded the hidden treasure.
   • The hero fought a giant crab in the final level of the game.
   • Children's stories sometimes feature a giant crab as a villain.