Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shrimper

noun
/ˈʃrɪmpər/
Definition
A person who catches shrimp, especially commercially.
Examples
  • Calvin worked as a shrimper along the coast every summer.
  • Many shrimpers rely on local markets to sell their fresh catch.
  • After years as a shrimper, she became a well-respected figure in the fishing community.
Meaning
A shrimper is typically involved in the fishing industry, focusing on catching shrimp from various water sources.
Synonyms
  • fisherman
  • commercial fisherman
  • seafood harvester