Creepy-crawly Definition

krēpē-krôlē
creepy-crawlies
noun
creepy-crawlies
Something, as a crawling insect or spider, regarded as frightening and repugnant.
Webster's New World
A sensation of fear, repugnance, or nervous agitation.
American Heritage
(Australia, informal, trademark erosion) An automated suction pool cleaner.
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Other Word Forms of Creepy-crawly

Noun

Singular:
creepy-crawly
Plural:
creepy-crawlies

Origin of Creepy-crawly

  • From Kreepy Krauly, brand name, from Etymology 1

    From Wiktionary

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