Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
squidded
verb
/ˈskwɪdɪd/
Definition
The past tense of the verb ‘squid’, meaning to move or act in a squirming manner or to behave in a way characteristic of squids.
Examples
- The fish squidded away when it sensed danger.
- As the playground got crowded, the children squidded around each other, trying to find space.
Meaning
To make a quick, often jerky motion, especially under pressure or in response to an external force, similar to how a squid might propel itself through water.
Synonyms
- Squirmed
- Wiggled
- Floundered
