'Tinca vulgaris' definitions:

Definition of 'Tinca vulgaris'

From: GCIDE
  • Tench \Tench\, n. [OF. tenche, F. tanche, L. tinca.] (Zool.) A European fresh-water fish (Tinca tinca, or {Tinca vulgaris}) allied to the carp. It is noted for its tenacity of life. [1913 Webster]