ceviche

noun

ce·​vi·​che sə-ˈvē-(ˌ)chā 

-chē

variants or seviche

: a dish made of raw fish marinated in lime or lemon juice often with oil, onions, peppers, and seasonings and sometimes served as a snack or appetizer

Examples of ceviche in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Expect regional cuisine from Jalisco and Oaxaca, with handmade tortillas, open-fire cooking, seafood, ceviches, aguachiles and traditional moles. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 24 Aug. 2026

Her restaurant, Pomona, will salute the fruit during the fest with a special menu of mango spare ribs, mango ceviche and mango pork-belly cups that will be available for purchase. — Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026

Twenty chefs face off in 10 seafood battles, with categories ranging from crab and shrimp to sushi, ceviche, and seafood pasta. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2026

For a vibrant alfresco experience, COYA City's courtyard provides lighter Peruvian dishes, ceviches, and superb cocktails, perfect for summer lunches. — Lela London, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

American Spanish

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ceviche

• pastiche
• unleash
• leash
• quiche