scampi

noun

scam·​pi ˈskam-pē 

ˈskäm-

plural scampi

: a usually large shrimp

also : large shrimp prepared with a garlic-flavored sauce

Examples of scampi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s the shrimp scampi whose shrimp look more like miniature life preservers. — Rob Wile, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2026

Check out his recipes for shrimp scampi, teriyaki ramen and more below. — ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026

There are other entrees as well, like sword fish rolls, king prawns and scampi and calves liver. — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

Savory flavors include chimichurri, shrimp scampi and parmesan cream, while sweet varieties include raspberry cream, apple pie and a new Key lime pie flavor. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, plural of scampo, a European lobster

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above