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Meaning Of Tarpum
n.
A very large marine fish (Megapolis Atlanticus) of the
Southern United States and the West Indies. It often becomes six or
more feet in length, and has large silvery scales. The scales are a
staple article of trade, and are used in fancywork. Called also tarpon,
sabalo, savanilla, silverfish, and jewfish.