shrimper

noun

shrimp·er ˈshrim-pər

especially Southern ˈsrim-

Synonyms of shrimper next

: a shrimp fisherman

: a boat engaged in shrimping

Examples of shrimper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

But rather than use this long period of protection to invest in modernization, U.S. shrimpers opted to extort payments from foreign producers in exchange for their suspension of proceedings that might have resulted in higher duties. —

Dan Ikenson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024 Derek Bateman, an independent shrimper in Alabama, couldn't sell shrimp during the COVID-19 pandemic and filed for unemployment benefits. —

Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY, 7 Oct. 2024 Despite the menu’s evolution, 99% of the ingredients remain local, honoring the bounty of shrimpers, oyster fishermen, crabbers, and farmers who define Southern Louisiana cuisine. —

Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024 In the past, shrimpers could expect the crustaceans to grow throughout the spring season, which starts in May in Louisiana waters and generally runs through July. —

Delaney Dryfoos, Journal Sentinel, 4 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for shrimper