A large crustacean similar to a lobster, found in Mediterranean waters; also known as a scampi or Norway lobster.
From Spanish cigala, possibly from Arabic or a Mediterranean language, referring to the Nephrops norvegicus species commonly fished in Southern Europe.
Cigalas are the delicacy served in fancy Spanish seafood restaurants, but they're the same creature as the humble 'scampi' in fish-and-chips shops—it's just a matter of preparation and price!
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