prawn
Translation
prawn, shrimp
Examples
We had grilled prawns for dinner.
We had grilled prawns for dinner.
Grammar Patterns
a/some prawn(s) a type of shellfish We had grilled prawns for dinner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shrimp, langostino
Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly from Middle English.
Memory Tips
Picture a king PRAWN wearing a cROWN. The '-awn' sound is similar.