octopus

[ok-tuh-puhs] / ˈɒk tə pəs /

NOUN

corporation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

business company enterprise

STRONG

association corporate body legal entity multinational partnership society syndicate

WEAK

bunch clan crew jungle megacorp mob outfit ring shell zoo

Example Sentences

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Scientists thought the fossil showed eight arms, fins and other features typical of an octopus.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

This discovery significantly changes the timeline for octopus evolution.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

Senescence is part of the natural life cycle of a female octopus.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

My favorite dish of the night followed: tawa-charred octopus served with cauliflower purée, fennel and crunchy rice for texture, all brightened with yuzu-lime chaat aioli and an orange glaze.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

I am strapped with warm bungee cords—like octopus tentacles.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King

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