Squid

Definition of Squid

Pronunciation: skwĭd

n.

1.

(Zool.) Any one of numerous species of ten-armed cephalopods having a long, tapered body, and a caudal fin on each side; especially, any species of Loligo, Ommastrephes, and related genera. See Calamary, Decacerata, Dibranchiata.

2.

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

Flying squid
(Zool.) See under Flying, and Giant.

Squid hound
(Zool.) the striped bass.

Related Words

calamari, calamary, cookery, cooking, Italia, Italian Republic, Italy, preparation, seafood

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