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scampi

/skæmpi/ noun · British & US
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What does scampi mean?

noun

Small, usually peeled and deveined, North Atlantic prawns, often served as an appetizer or used in pasta dishes.

Example

"The chef sautéed the scampi in garlic butter and served it with linguine."

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