<zoology> The sailor's choice (Diplodus, or Lagodon, rhomboides). ... The salt-water bream (Diplodus Holbrooki). ... Both are excellent food fishes, common on the coast of the United States south of Cape Hatteras. The name is also applied to other allied species. ... Origin: So called from their sharp dorsal spines. ... Source: Websters Dicti... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
Pin'fish` noun [ So called from their sharp dorsal spines.] (Zoology) (a) The sailor's choice ( Diplodus, or Lagodon, rhomboides ). (b) The salt-water bream ( Diplodus Holbrooki ). » Both are excellent food fishes, common on the coast of the United States south... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/P/91