chela
noun
[ ˈkiːlə ]
• each of a pair of hinged pincer-like claws terminating the anterior limbs of a crab, lobster, or scorpion, typically curved and sharply pointed and used for feeding, defence, and courtship.
Origin:
mid 17th century: modern Latin, from Latin chele or Greek khēlē ‘claw’.
chela
noun
• a follower and pupil of a guru.
Origin:
from Hindi celā .
