stone crab

American  

noun

1. an edible crab, Menippe mercenaria, of rocky shores from the southern U.S. to Mexico and certain areas of the Caribbean, prized for the meat of its claws.

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Etymology

Origin of stone crab

An Americanism dating back to 1700–10

Example Sentences

He ranks popcorn as his second-favorite food to stone crab, which would be even tougher to eat while on air.

From Los Angeles Times

The signature stone crab claws are a pretty splurge; tuna tartare staged on ice and flanked with sails of rice crackers is about as trendy as Joe’s gets.

From Washington Post

Singapore offers smaller portions, he says, while Las Vegas leans showier and Miami features stone crab.

From Washington Post

The snail was promptly moved to safety in another habitat, she said, and the stone crab was given “a nice meal.”

From Washington Times

Lionfish are also caught as bycatch in commercial lobster and stone crab traps.

From Washington Times