Squid
Translation of "squid" into Russian
squid
NounUK
/skwɪd/
US
/skwɪd/
squid / pl
squids pl
SQUIDs pl
SQUID
The squid swam swiftly through the ocean.
Кальмар быстро плыл через океан.
Definitions
squid
NounUK
/skwɪd/
US
/skwɪd/
A dish or food item made from the flesh of a squid, often served as calamari.
For the appetizer, we ordered fried squid with a side of marinara sauce.
A superconducting quantum interference device used for detecting extremely subtle magnetic fields.
Scientists used a SQUID to measure the tiny magnetic signals produced by the human brain.
Slang (chiefly US, sometimes derogatory): a member of the Navy.
The Marines and squids often teased each other during joint exercises.
Slang: a reckless or inexperienced motorcyclist, especially one who rides without proper protective gear.
That squid blew past us on the highway wearing only a T-shirt and shorts.
A marine cephalopod mollusk with a long, soft body, eight arms, and two long tentacles, typically able to change color and squirt ink as a defense mechanism.
The diver was fascinated by the squid's ability to change colors rapidly.
squid
VerbUK
/skwɪd/
US
/skwɪd/
To fish for squid, typically at night using bright lights.
They like to squid off the pier when the tide is high.
squid
AdjectiveUK
/skwɪd/
US
/skwɪd/
Relating to, made from, or characteristic of squid.
The chef prepared a squid ink risotto with fresh herbs.
Idioms and phrases
giant squid
Scientists discovered a giant squid in the deep sea.
гигантский кальмар
Ученые обнаружили гигантского кальмара на большой глубине.
fried squid
Fried squid is a popular dish in Mediterranean cuisine.
жареный кальмар
Жареный кальмар – популярное блюдо средиземноморской кухни.
squid ink
Squid ink is often used to color and flavor pasta dishes.
чернила кальмара
Чернила кальмара часто используют для окрашивания и придания вкуса пасте.
squid ring
Squid rings are often served as an appetizer.
кольцо кальмара
Кольца кальмара часто подают как закуску.
squid fishing
Squid fishing is a popular activity along the coast.
ловля кальмара
Ловля кальмара – популярное занятие на побережье.
bobtail squid
The bobtail squid glows in the dark due to bioluminescence.
кальмар-бобтейл
Кальмар-бобтейл светится в темноте благодаря биолюминесценции.