1. Plural of finfish; fish that have fins and a backbone, as distinguished from shellfish or other aquatic animals.
Usage: Often used in commercial fishing and aquaculture contexts to distinguish true fish from crustaceans and mollusks.

Examples

• The market sells both finfishes and shellfish.
• Finfishes like salmon and cod are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
• Commercial finfishes are regulated differently than shellfish in many countries.
• The aquaculture facility raises several species of finfishes for export.
• Finfishes have gills, fins, and scales, unlike mollusks and crustaceans.