devein
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verb (used with object)
to remove the dark dorsal vein of (a shrimp).
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| Main Entry: | devein |
| Part of Speech: | v |
| Definition: | to remove the vein or veins or digestive tract (dorsal vein) of a shrimp or other prawn |
| Usage: | cooking |
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Example sentences
Devein as described previously, and peel off the shell.
These modern facilities require high volumes of water to wash, peel and devein shrimp.
It is important to devein shrimp before or after cooking, using a toothpick or a pointed knife.
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