noun
- plural of langoustine; large marine crustaceans similar to lobsters, with long slender claws and a pinkish shell, used as food.
Usage: Also called Norway lobsters or scampi in some regions.; Commonly used in fine dining and seafood cuisine.
Examples
- The restaurant served grilled langoustines with garlic butter.
- Langoustines are a delicacy in Mediterranean and Northern European cuisine.
- She ordered the langoustines as her main course at the seafood restaurant.
- Fresh langoustines arrived at the market early this morning.
- The chef prepared the langoustines simply to highlight their sweet, tender meat.