(AU, NZ, South Africa) A rock lobster (family ).
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(AU) A freshwater crayfish (family ), such as the gilgie, marron, or yabby.
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Any of numerous freshwater decapod crustaceans in superfamily or , resembling the related lobster but usually much smaller.
Crayfish means: Any of numerous freshwater decapod crustaceans in superfamily or , resembling the related lobster but usually much smaller.. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
crayfish means: Any of numerous freshwater decapod crustaceans in superfamily or , resembling the related lobster but usually much smaller.. Register: neutral, standard English. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.
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