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Ceviche - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

ceviche

/səˈviːtʃeɪ/ /sɪˈviːtʃeɪ/

Definition:

A seafood dish made with raw fish cured in citrus juices and spices.

Synonyms:

seafood cocktail, tiradito, aguachile

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

cooked fish, grilled seafood

Common Collocations:

fresh ceviche, lime-marinated ceviche, Peruvian ceviche

Derivatives:

ceviches (plural), cevichería (restaurant)

Usage Tips:

Use "ceviche" to describe the dish; avoid calling it sushi or sashimi—it’s citrus-marinated, not rice-based or purely raw.

Common Phrases:

classic ceviche, spicy ceviche, shrimp ceviche

Etymology:

Derived from Spanish "cebiche," possibly from Quechua "siwichi," meaning fresh fish.

Examples:

  • 1. We ordered a refreshing ceviche at the beachside restaurant.
  • 2. The lime juice in the ceviche cooks the fish naturally.
  • 3. Peruvian ceviche often includes corn and sweet potato.
  • 4. She prefers shrimp ceviche over the traditional fish version.
  • 5. The chef garnished the ceviche with cilantro and red onions.

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