shrimper Definition
- 1a person who catches or sells shrimp
- 2a boat used for shrimping
Using shrimper: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shrimper" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The shrimper brought in a big catch today.
Example
He worked as a shrimper for many years before retiring.
Example
The shrimper's boat was damaged in the storm.
shrimper Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with shrimper
shrimper's net
a type of fishing net used by shrimpers
Example
The shrimper's net was filled with shrimp.
shrimper's basket
a basket used by shrimpers to hold their catch
Example
The shrimper emptied his basket onto the dock.
shrimper's haul
the amount of shrimp caught by a shrimper
Example
The shrimper's haul was smaller than usual today.
Summary: shrimper in Brief
'Shrimper' [ˈʃrɪmpər] refers to a person who catches or sells shrimp, or a boat used for shrimping. It is often associated with fishing nets, baskets, and the amount of shrimp caught, as in 'shrimper's net,' 'shrimper's basket,' and 'shrimper's haul.'
