crab spider

noun

any crab-shaped spider of the family Thomisidae, characterized by its sideways manner of moving.

First recorded in 1860–65

Skilful in the prompt despatch of her prey, the little Crab Spider is no less well-versed in the nesting art.

She does not become thin and wither away, like the Crab-spider.

The crab-spider is one of the most horrible of Nature's creations.

Skillful in the prompt despatch of her prey, the little Crab-spider is no less clever in the nesting art.

People who shrink from touching any other Spider do not fear to handle the beautiful Crab Spider, so gentle in appearance.

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