squid
/skwɪd/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
a sea animal with a long body, eight arms, and two longer arms, often used as food
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation✈️Travel English
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“Have you ever tried fried squid? It's really good.”
“A giant squid can grow longer than a school bus.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A marine mollusk with a long body, eight arms, and two tentacles, often used as food.
“The chef prepared grilled squid with lemon and herbs for the appetizer.”
Related Words
Synonyms:
calamaricephalopod
Word Family:
squidgysquid-like