World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesShrimp
/ʃrɪmp/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A small, long-tailed, edible crustacean that is widely consumed as seafood.
"We ordered a delicious plate of garlic butter shrimp for dinner."
- 1
To fish for or catch shrimp.
"The local fishermen go out to shrimp along the coastal waters every autumn."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from Middle English 'shrimpe', meaning a puny person or small crustacean, likely originating from Old Norse 'skrimpi' (weakling or deformed person) or Proto-Germanic roots denoting something shriveled or small.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Shrimp"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Shrimp" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
crevette
Transliteration: kʁə.vɛt
"Nous avons mangé des crevettes grillées."
Garnele
Transliteration: ɡaʁˈneːlə
"Die Garnelen schmecken sehr frisch."
gamberetto
Transliteration: ɡambeˈretto
"Ho ordinato un risotto ai gamberetti."
gamba
Transliteration: ˈɡamba
"Comimos unas gambas al ajillo deliciosas."
camarão
Transliteration: kamaˈɾɐ̃w̃
"O camarão frito é o prato principal."
झिंगा
Transliteration: jhinga
"हमने रात के खाने में झिंगा खाया।"
虾
Transliteration: xiātái
"这盘清蒸虾非常新鲜美味。"
새우
Transliteration: sae-u
"우리는 저녁으로 새우 튀김을 먹었습니다."
海老
Transliteration: ebi
"夕食にエビの天ぷらを食べました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsTo think carefully about something, typically before making a decision.
A formal, documented account of findings, investigations, or statistics issued by an authoritative body or government agency.
Used to express pleasure, realization, surprise, or understanding.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Shrimp"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.