creepy-crawly

English

Etymology 1

Pronunciation

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Noun

creepy-crawly (plural creepy-crawlies)

  1. Any small crawling animal such as a spider, insect or worm.
Translations

Etymology 2

From Kreepy Krauly, brand name, from Etymology 1

Noun

creepy-crawly (plural creepy-crawlies)

  1. (Australia, informal, trademark erosion) an automated suction pool cleaner.
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