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VocabJLPT N1

tentacle

Noun

Definitions

1. feeler
2. tentacle
3. Tentacle

This noun refers to the tentacles of an animal such as an octopus, squid, or sea anemone, used for sensing, grasping, or capturing prey. In figurative usage, it can describe someone extending their influence or reach into a new area, often with a slightly negative nuance.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

At the aquarium, an octopus had its tentacles suctioned right onto the glass.

Sentence 2

There were cords snaking out from under the desk like tentacles — I couldn't help laughing.

Sentence 3

Wait, the octopus turned the key with its tentacle?!

Sentence 4

I woke up from a dream where tentacles were reaching toward me.

Sentence 5

So you're saying fear's tentacles creep into everyday life?