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squids

/skwɪdz/

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noun

Any of several carnivorous marine cephalopod mollusks, of the order Teuthida, having a mantle, eight arms, and a pair of tentacles

Examples :

"The restaurant's menu featured grilled squids as an appetizer. "

animal ocean food biology nature fish

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noun

A fishhook with a piece of bright lead, bone, or other substance fastened on its shank to imitate a squid.

Examples :

"The old fisherman showed the boy his collection of squids, explaining how their bright colors and shape attract fish. "

utensil fish nautical

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noun

(mildly) A sailor in the Navy.

Examples :

"The squids from the naval base often visit the local diner on weekends, ordering burgers and fries. "

nautical military person

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noun

A quid; one pound sterling.

Examples :

"Can you lend me five squid? I feel like a bacon sarnie."

economy finance

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verb

To fish with the kind of hook called a squid.

Examples :

"Every summer, my grandfather would take me out on his boat, hoping to squid for calamari bait. "

fish nautical sailing sport

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verb

(parachuting) To cause squidding (an improper, partial, parachute inflation, that results in the sides of the parachute folding in on the center, and pulsating back and forth).

Examples :

"The wind squids the parachute, causing it to fold unevenly and vibrate. "

sport action technical

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noun

A motorcyclist, especially a sport biker, characterized by reckless riding and lack of protective gear.

Examples :

"The police are cracking down on squids who speed and do wheelies on the highway without helmets. "

vehicle person style action traffic