To backpedal, desert or withdraw (also used with out).
Various marine crustaceans, rock lobster; especially Jasus lalandii, the Cape crawfish.
Various freshwater crustaceans, crayfish.
A slur against Anglo-Canadians used in some corners of Quebec (including the Gaspé).
To become less impassioned, aggressive, or argumentative; to exercise restraint; to yield or capitulate.