shrimper

noun

shrimp·​er ˈshrim-pər How to pronounce shrimper (audio)
 especially Southern  ˈsrim-
1
: a shrimp fisherman
2
: a boat engaged in shrimping

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The Real Deal Even when shrimpers like Nacio innovate to become more efficient, their product can still be undercut by false advertising. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 Mar. 2025 Fight started with an Alabama shrimper who was denied benefits during COVID Derek Bateman, an independent shrimper in Alabama, spent months trying to appeal after being denied benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025 Using dip nets, recreational shrimpers can quickly scoop up the daily limit of five gallons of shrimp with the heads on. Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025 So far, Alabama and Louisiana are leading the charge to stamp out the misrepresentation and protect the bottom line of local shrimpers. Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shrimper

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of shrimper was in 1835

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“Shrimper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shrimper. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.

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shrimper

noun
shrimp·​er ˈshrimp-ər How to pronounce shrimper (audio)
1
: a shrimp fisherman
2
: a boat used in fishing for shrimps

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