Meaning Of The Word Brachyuran

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What's The Definition Of Brachyuran?

brachyuran in American English
designating or of certain crabs with a short abdomen folded beneath the main body
adjective: belonging or pertaining to the suborder Brachyura, comprising the true crabs
noun: a brachyuran crustacean

brachyuran in British English
adjective: of, relating to, or belonging to the Brachyura
noun: any decapod crustacean of the group (formerly suborder) Brachyura, which includes the crabs

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