Meaning of the word "shrimp cocktail" in English

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shrimp cocktail

US /ˈʃrɪmp ˌkɑːk.teɪl/
UK /ˈʃrɪmp ˌkɑːk.teɪl/
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Noun

1.

a dish consisting of cooked, peeled shrimp served in a glass with a tangy sauce, typically containing ketchup, horseradish, and lemon juice

Example:
For starters, I'll have the shrimp cocktail.
The restaurant is famous for its classic shrimp cocktail.
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