noun

jewfish

Jewfish (noun) means any of several fish species, principally groupers and similar-appearing fish.

noun

Any of several fish species, principally groupers and similar-appearing fish

Epinephelus itajara (Atlantic goliath grouper, spotted jewfish)

Johnius australis (bottlenose jewfish)

Lateolabrax japonicus (Japanese seabass)

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Etymology

For Australian fish such as Argyrosomus species, jewel and fish; see jewie. For New World species, from 17th century Jamaican English and refers to the kosher status of the Atlantic goliath grouper from at least 1697 onwards, likely as a derogatory term despite Jamaican Jews being treated better in the rule of the English than the Spanish rule.

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of jewfish?

"jewfish" (noun) means any of several fish species, principally groupers and similar-appearing fish.

What are the different meanings of jewfish?

"jewfish" has 3 main meanings: 1. Any of several fish species, principally groupers and similar-appearing fish; 2. Epinephelus itajara (Atlantic goliath grouper, spotted jewfish); 3. Johnius australis (bottlenose jewfish).