squid
Pronunciation: [skwɪd]
Word
Context: “marine biology”
(noun) a type of sea creature with a long body and eight arms. Squids live in the ocean and can swim quickly. They are part of the same family as octopuses and cuttlefish.
Example
She saw a giant squid while scuba diving in the ocean.
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He didn't see any squid during his fishing trip last summer.
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What type of animal is a squid?
Context: “cooking”
(noun) a popular seafood dish that is often prepared by frying or grilling. Many people enjoy eating squid, especially in dishes like calamari.
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They ordered fried squid as an appetizer at the restaurant.
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She did not like the taste of the grilled squid at the party.
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Have you ever tried squid cooked in a different way?
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