What is another word for crustacean?
Pronunciation: [kɹʌstˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Crustaceans are a diverse group of animals that live in water, including lobsters, crabs, shrimp, and barnacles. There are several synonyms for the word "crustacean", including "decapod" which refers to animals with ten legs, such as lobsters, crabs, and crayfish. "Arthropod" is another synonym which encompasses all animals with jointed limbs, including insects and spiders. "Cephalopod" is another word that is often confused with crustaceans, but it actually refers to animals like squids and octopuses. Other synonyms include "crustaceous" and "shellfish", although the latter term is often used to refer specifically to mollusks such as clams and oysters. Whatever the term, crustaceans remain one of the most fascinating groups of animals.
