1. plural of porgy; marine fish of the family Sparidae, typically found in coastal waters and valued as food fish

Examples

• The fishermen caught several porgies off the Atlantic coast.
• Porgies are popular among recreational anglers for their fighting ability.
• The restaurant featured grilled porgies as the daily special.
• Local porgies are abundant in these waters during summer months.
• She learned to identify different species of porgies while studying marine biology.
• The charter boat captain knew the best spots for catching porgies.