silver perch

noun

1. Also called mademoiselle. Ichthyology. a drum, Bairdiella chrysoura, of southern U.S. waters.
2. any of various silvery, perchlike fishes, as the white perch.

Word History and Origins

Origin of silver perch¹

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20

Example Sentences

He gave gold ring and silver perch as the common names then in vogue for it at Louisville.

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It is there known as the perch, silver perch, or speckled perch.

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Sometimes, on bright mornings, Mr. Bill would stroll over with his rod upon his shoulder and a string of silver perch in his hand.

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