rock hind

noun

1. a small, orange-spotted grouper, Epinephelus adscensionis, inhabiting warm seas from North Carolina to Brazil, especially in the West Indies, and fished as food.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rock hind¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

This beautiful grouper rivals the rock hind in its gay and varied coloration.

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The pattern of the coloration and the markings are similar to those of the rock hind, but differ in color.

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The red hind, like the rock hind, frequents rocky places and feeds mostly on small fishes.

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The same tackle recommended for the rock hind, and the same baits, will do as well for the red hind, as they are found together.

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The "rock hind," or "smoky hind," after attaining a certain size becomes most unwholesome, and often infested with parasites.

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