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

It is creamy, rich and its modestly seasoned base delivers the flavor of the crabmeat as though presenting it on a silver platter; it is simple but divine.

From Salon

My friend who is also a chef, Rebecca Barron, suggested I make green gazpacho out of my lovely bounty and then went on to further suggest I serve it topped with seasoned crabmeat.

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