Definition of Gurnet
1. a gurnard [n -S] - See also: gurnard
Medical Definition of Gurnet
1.
One ofseveral European marine fishes, of the genus Trigla and allied genera, having a large and spiny head, with mailed cheeks. Some of the species are highly esteemed for food. The name is sometimes applied to the American sea robins.
Alternative forms: gournet] Plyling gurnard. See Flying.
Origin: OF. Gornal, gournal, gornart, perh. Akin to F. Grogner to grunt; cf. Ir. Guirnead gurnard.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)
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