plural groupers also grouper
: any of numerous fishes (family Serranidae and especially genera Epinephelus and Mycteroperca) that are typically large solitary bottom-dwelling fishes of warm seas and include important food fishes
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The Graysby grouper is a shallow water species managed by the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council.
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Mark Price
june 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
These can include redfish, king mackerel, grouper, snapper, tarpon and more, providing a mix of inshore and offshore fishing opportunities.
—Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
Highlights include barbecue shrimp, pan-seared grouper with Conecuh sausage over goat cheese and gouda corn pudding, and prime steaks.
—Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Under the bridge, 11 different shark species and a gigantic grouper swim beneath your feet.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
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Mark Price
june 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
These can include redfish, king mackerel, grouper, snapper, tarpon and more, providing a mix of inshore and offshore fishing opportunities.
—Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
Highlights include barbecue shrimp, pan-seared grouper with Conecuh sausage over goat cheese and gouda corn pudding, and prime steaks.
—Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Under the bridge, 11 different shark species and a gigantic grouper swim beneath your feet.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
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grouper
noun
grou·per
ˈgrü-pər 
plural groupers also grouper
: any of various mostly large fishes that live at the bottom of warm seas and are related to the sea basses
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