noun
- A large marine crustacean with long claws, similar to a lobster but smaller; also called a Norway lobster or scampi.
Usage: Also spelled 'langoustine' (French origin); commonly called 'scampi' in British English when served as food.; Plural: langoustines or langoustine.
Examples
- The restaurant served grilled langoustines with garlic butter.
- Langoustines are prized in Mediterranean and European cuisine.
- She ordered the langoustine pasta at the seafood restaurant.
- Fresh langoustines arrived at the fish market this morning.
- The chef prepared langoustines with lemon and herbs.