The word "asciped" refers to any creature with legs that end in sharp claws, such as a crab or lobster. The spelling of this word can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription as /ə-skɪpt/. The first syllable is pronounced with a schwa sound, followed by a short "i" sound. The final syllable is pronounced with a hard "k" sound, followed by a long "i" sound and a "p" sound. Overall, the spelling of "asciped" accurately represents its pronunciation.