plural scampi
: a usually large shrimp
also
: large shrimp prepared with a garlic-flavored sauce
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The research team collected records of the fish in Western Australia, ranging from fish caught in the trawls of fishing vessels to those found in scampi pots, according to the study.
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 14 May 2025
Its aromatic notes of white flowers and lemon zest open to a mineral-forward wine that pairs beautifully with light, summer dishes — the winemaker suggests shrimp scampi or nutty cheeses.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
The shrimp scampi, meatballs, and carbonara were our favs.
—Alesa Andrew, Parents, 27 Mar. 2025
Unsalted butter: Adds a creamy, unctuous taste to the scampi sauce that olive oil alone can't bring.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 26 Mar. 2025
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 14 May 2025
Its aromatic notes of white flowers and lemon zest open to a mineral-forward wine that pairs beautifully with light, summer dishes — the winemaker suggests shrimp scampi or nutty cheeses.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
The shrimp scampi, meatballs, and carbonara were our favs.
—Alesa Andrew, Parents, 27 Mar. 2025
Unsalted butter: Adds a creamy, unctuous taste to the scampi sauce that olive oil alone can't bring.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for scampi
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“Scampi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scampi. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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