noun
- plural of mojarra; small to medium-sized fish of the family Gerreidae, found in coastal and brackish waters of tropical and subtropical regions.
Usage: chiefly used in Spanish-speaking regions and among fishing communities; often used as a food fish
Examples
- The fishermen caught several mojarras in their nets near the mangrove.
- Mojarras are popular in coastal cuisine throughout Central America.
- The restaurant served grilled mojarras with lime and cilantro.
- Local markets sell fresh mojarras daily during the fishing season.