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Tarpum
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What's The Definition Of Tarpum?Synonyms | Synonyms for Tarpum: Related Terms | Find terms related to Tarpum: See Also | Tarpum In Webster's Dictionary \Tar"pum\, n. (Zo["o]l.)
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}.
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