linguine
noun
a type of pasta in long, slender, nearly flat strips that have a slight curvature along their length.
linguini
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a variation of
linguine.
Example Sentences
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Kristin McGrath, a senior editor for the deal-hunting site The Krazy Coupon Lady, recommends going for the coconut shrimp or shrimp scampi and passing on the shrimp linguini alfredo.
From MarketWatch ● May 14, 2026
Products with mid- to late-October sell-by dates included Sprouts Farmers Market smoked mozzarella pasta salad and Scott & Jon’s shrimp scampi with linguini bowl, a precooked frozen meal.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2025
While "The Silver Palate" suggests linguini, I think this dish is better with short pasta.
From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2022
That opens the door for yams, linguini with clams and, as a reward, donut holes.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 5, 2022
Hugh's saffron linguini resembles a miniature turban, topped with architectural spires of shrimp.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
