squid squid /ˈskwɪd/

noun

1. Widely distributed fast-moving ten-armed cephalopod mollusk having a long tapered body with triangular tail fins  ( squid )
   widely distributed fast-moving ten-armed cephalopod mollusk having a long tapered body with triangular tail fins
    The squid ink pasta is a specialty at the seaside restaurant.
   The squid ink pasta is a specialty at the seaside restaurant.
   
   
2. (Italian cuisine) squid prepared as food  ( calamari , calamary , squid )
   (Italian cuisine) squid prepared as food
    The fried calamari was crispy and delicious
   The fried calamari was crispy and delicious