Squid
(noun)
A sea creature with a long, soft body and ten tentacles, typically able to change color. Squids are fast swimmers and are related to cuttlefish and octopuses.
Origin:
Mid 16th century: from old french calmar, from latin calamarius, from greek kalamos "reed".
Examples:
- The squid swam gracefully through the water.
- Squid is a common ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine.
- The diver was amazed by the colorful squids.
- The squid's tentacles were long and thin.
- The squid's ink was used to make a black sauce for pasta.