Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a crab or a crab-like movement

“The craticular movement of the swimmer through the water was impressive.”

2. noun

a person who moves with a crab-like gait or has a tendency to move sideways

“He was known as a craticular in the group, always taking the shortcut through the narrow alley.”

3. adverb

in a crab-like manner or with a crab-like movement

“She moved cratically through the forest, searching for any signs of wildlife.”