Definitions

1. noun

A subfamily of hermit crabs, typically found in tropical and subtropical waters.

“The marine biologist studied the behavior of ocypodan hermit crabs in their natural habitat.”

2. adjective

Relating to or belonging to the family Ocypodidae, particularly in the context of hermit crabs.

“The ocypodan hermit crabs were easily distinguishable from other species due to their unique shell morphology.”