tarpon

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun large silvery game fish of warm Atlantic coastal waters especially off Florida

Etymology

Compare Dutch tarpoen. Suggestions that the term derives from a Native American term are unlikely.

In classic literature

Synonyms

Tarpon atlanticus

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