plural squid or squids
: any of an order (Teuthoidea) of cephalopods having eight short arms and two usually longer tentacles, a long tapered body, a caudal fin on each side, and usually a slender internal chitinous support
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Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
Along with these creatures, researchers spotted a ghostly translucent squid with red eyes and tentacles, which had never been seen alive before.
—Ashley Balzer Vigil, Discover Magazine, 10 Sep. 2024
Vampire squid generally max out at a foot long — not exactly an intimidating size.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 22 Oct. 2024
Eating squid has been shown to significantly contribute to the intake of several important nutrients.
—Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Health, 9 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Pilot whales measure 16-25 feet and weigh up to three tons, and primarily feed on squid but also eat small fish.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
Along with these creatures, researchers spotted a ghostly translucent squid with red eyes and tentacles, which had never been seen alive before.
—Ashley Balzer Vigil, Discover Magazine, 10 Sep. 2024
Vampire squid generally max out at a foot long — not exactly an intimidating size.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 22 Oct. 2024
Eating squid has been shown to significantly contribute to the intake of several important nutrients.
—Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Health, 9 Sep. 2024
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“Squid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/squid. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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