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shrimp
NounPlace

Definitions

  1. 1. prawn
  2. 2. shrimp
  3. 3. Ebi
  4. 4. Shrimp
This word refers to shrimp, prawns, or lobster — crustaceans commonly eaten in Japanese cuisine. You'll see it on menus at sushi restaurants or in dishes like tempura. It can refer to a range of sizes, from small salad shrimp to large tiger prawns.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

This fiscal year, we will be splitting our prawn suppliers between two companies.

Sentence 2

Throwing some prawns into the weekend hot pot really makes it feel special!

Sentence 3

I've somehow convinced myself that eating prawns will give me energy.

Sentence 4

Isn't eating raw prawns actually kind of risky?

Sentence 5

Should we go ahead and recount the prawn inventory soon?