Shrimp Definition

shrĭmp
shrimps
noun
shrimps
Any of a large number of small, slender, long-tailed decapods, mostly marine: many are highly valued as food.
Webster's New World
The flesh of one of these crustaceans, used as food.
American Heritage
A small or insignificant person.
Webster's New World
Any of various similar crustaceans, such as a fairy shrimp.
American Heritage
(soccer) A player, supporter or other person connected with Morecambe Football Club.
Wiktionary
Synonyms:
verb
shrimps
To fish for shrimp.
Webster's New World
abbreviation
Sensitive high resolution ion microprobe.
Wiktionary

Origin of Shrimp

  • Middle English shrimpe possibly of Low German origin

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Shrimp Sentence Examples

  • Oysters, clams, and shrimp abound along the coast, and there are more than 500 species of mollusks in the state.

  • You'll be propped on your backside eating shrimp and steak.

  • The restaurant's choices include steak, shrimp, chicken and vegetarian entrees.

  • Oysters, crabs, shrimp and terrapins are also abundant here, and in the inland streams are some pike, perch, trout and catfish.

  • A children's menu featuring chicken strips, macaroni and cheese or a shrimp basket is offered daily.

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Words Starting With

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