prawn
1 of 2noun
ˈprȯn 
ˈprän
: any of various widely distributed edible decapod crustaceans: such as
a
: one (as of the genera Pandalus and Penaeus) that resembles shrimp and has a large compressed abdomen
b
: shrimp
especially : a large shrimp
c
: langoustine
prawn
2 of 2verb
prawned; prawning; prawns
intransitive verb
: to fish for or with prawns
prawner noun
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web
Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 26 May 2022 Sesame seeds are sprinkled on the prawn toast before frying in a British and Australian variation. Casey Barber, CNN, 18 May 2022 The Gualala Seafood Shack serves Louie salads, prawn sandwiches and New England-style chowder. Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2022 Early ideas include handheld tavern fare such as oysters on the half shell, Crystal hot sauce deviled eggs and jumbo prawn cocktails, plus whole leaf Caesar salads, steak frites and a chicken Cordon Bleu sandwich inspired by Burger King. oregonlive, 29 Apr. 2022 The green papaya salad with prawn, mint and peanuts is crisp and refreshing. Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 12 Nov. 2021 From Thanksgiving turkey, Christmas bonbons, chicken causa limeña, prawn and squid ink baos to a vegan chocolate and tofu cake, Cava's versatility pairs perfectly with classic recipes worldwide. John Mariani, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2021 For a complex yet fruity experience, try it with prawn tacos. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2021 Williams’ food will draw upon the Japanese heritage on his mother’s side and feature dishes like sungold tomato with cherry and verbena; spot prawn with ennis hazelnut and honey; and the option to add a Hokkaido uni pizza. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2021 Larry Olmsted, USA TODAY, 12 Nov. 2019 Other dishes on the menu will speak to the global flavors introduced to Americans at that time, like tempura prawn with decidedly Southeast Asian flavors of tamarind, lime and chiles, or a house pappardelle with oxtail ragout. Joseph Hernandez, chicagotribune.com, 16 May 2017 The tides on the opener are unbelievably fantastic as many of us who dig this fishery finalize our prawning plans. Mark Yuasa, The Seattle Times, 1 May 2017 See More
Noun
The flavors sing, especially in the blue prawn with chintextle, a rich Oaxacan smoked chili paste. Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 26 May 2022 Sesame seeds are sprinkled on the prawn toast before frying in a British and Australian variation. Casey Barber, CNN, 18 May 2022 The Gualala Seafood Shack serves Louie salads, prawn sandwiches and New England-style chowder. Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2022 Early ideas include handheld tavern fare such as oysters on the half shell, Crystal hot sauce deviled eggs and jumbo prawn cocktails, plus whole leaf Caesar salads, steak frites and a chicken Cordon Bleu sandwich inspired by Burger King. oregonlive, 29 Apr. 2022 The green papaya salad with prawn, mint and peanuts is crisp and refreshing. Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 12 Nov. 2021 From Thanksgiving turkey, Christmas bonbons, chicken causa limeña, prawn and squid ink baos to a vegan chocolate and tofu cake, Cava's versatility pairs perfectly with classic recipes worldwide. John Mariani, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2021 For a complex yet fruity experience, try it with prawn tacos. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2021 Williams’ food will draw upon the Japanese heritage on his mother’s side and feature dishes like sungold tomato with cherry and verbena; spot prawn with ennis hazelnut and honey; and the option to add a Hokkaido uni pizza. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2021 Verb
Another favorite is the tiger prawn sauté: tail-on jumbo shrimp, perfectly cooked with snappy exteriors and juicy meat, served over slices of French bread. Larry Olmsted, USA TODAY, 12 Nov. 2019 Other dishes on the menu will speak to the global flavors introduced to Americans at that time, like tempura prawn with decidedly Southeast Asian flavors of tamarind, lime and chiles, or a house pappardelle with oxtail ragout. Joseph Hernandez, chicagotribune.com, 16 May 2017 The tides on the opener are unbelievably fantastic as many of us who dig this fishery finalize our prawning plans. Mark Yuasa, The Seattle Times, 1 May 2017 See More Word History
Etymology
Noun
Middle English prane
First Known Use
Noun
15th century, in the meaning defined above
Verb
1886, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing prawn
- send (someone) sprawling
- send a chill down someone's spine
- send a chill up someone's spine
- send a chill/shiver up/down someone's spine
- send a shiver down someone's spine
- send a shiver up someone's spine
- send away
- send away for
- send away for (something)
- send away for something
- send away to (someone) for (something)
- send away to for
- send away to for something
- send away to someone for
- send away to someone for something
- send back
- send chills up and down someone's spine
- send chills up someone's spine
- send down
- send for
- send forth
- send in
- send off for
- send off for (something)
- send off for something