Definition

A food product that looks like crab meat but is usually made from fish or other ingredients.

Example

I ordered a sushi roll that had crabsticks in it.

Conversation

Have you ever met someone who's a real crabstick?

Yeah, I know a few people who are just always in a bad mood.

It's surprising how one crabstick can ruin the whole vibe, right?

Totally! It's better to stay positive around them.

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Root Explanation

The word 'crabstick' is formed from 'crab' (from Old English 'crabba', meaning a type of crustacean) and 'stick' (from Old English 'sticca', meaning a stick or rod). The term 'crabstick' refers to a stick or product made from crab meat, often used in cooking or as a food item.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'crab' as a type of crustacean and a 'stick' as a rod — together, they create 'crabstick', which is a food item made from crab meat.

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