Meaning Of The Word Creepy-crawly

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Creepy-crawly Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Creepy-crawly?

creepy-crawly
You can refer to insects as creepy-crawlies when they give you a feeling of fear or disgust. This word is mainly used by children.

creepy-crawly in American English
something, as a crawling insect or spider, regarded as frightening and repugnant
adjective
noun: a creeping or crawling animal, esp. an insect

creepy-crawly in British English
adjective: feeling or causing a sensation as of creatures crawling on one's skin
noun: a small crawling creature

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