The true definition is no flesh- no fish or meat or derivatives from these e.g. gelatin.I am a vegetarian and don't eat fish as I've said.

Some people say they are vegetarian though they eat fish.That is not the proper meaning of vegetarian,as fish is still flesh- see my previous answer.

Those who don't eat it at all are closer to Vegan then vegetarians.

i'm a vegetarian and i don't eat fish but i still wouldn't say i'm closer to being a vegan. For me if something has been 'alive' (in the sense of having blood and a brain etc) then i don't eat it.

I say that I am a pesci-vegetarian, or 'mostly a vegetarian,' because I eat some fish. I eat fish that I would be OK with killing myself, like shrimp and haddock. I don't eat lobster or a lot of other fish. A true vegetarian does not eat fish but can eat butter, milk, and eggs. A pure vegan doesn't eat (or use) animal products at all (including butter, milk, eggs, cream, leather, etc.). Whether a 'vegetarian' eats fish probably depends on why they are a vegetarian.

Fish are also living creatures - Their flesh is considered meat. I do not eat fish either, however, some 'vegetarians' eat 'white' meat but no 'red' meat. It's all meat nonetheless. Vegetarians do not eat fish - if they do they're just people who don't eat beef, chicken etc.

Someone who calls themselves a vegetarian and eats fish, isn't really a vegetarian.

NO..vegeteranians cannot eat anything that moves and breathes..:)

Although there are many "semi-vegetarians" that only eat certain animal products rarely, the word 'vegetarian' means that no animal products are consumed, not even honey, and certainly not the flesh of an animal, not even fish ... so, although they could eat it if they felt like it, eating fish makes you a non-vegetarian, so NO, not if they wish to remain a vegetarian.

Sure go ahead. BTW, you can also eat cows because they used to be vegetables at one time. So, it's only kinda like cheating. :oD

There are fish eating vegetarians called pescatarians. I'm one. Sometimes I can't explain why it bothers me to eat a cow and such, but not fish. But, it's personal choice and works for me. I will call myself a vegetarian for some people who I really don't want to explain how I eat fish to, or to people who would make comments about my choices, but if im in a conversation about it with someone who cares to listen, I'll explain that I'm not technically categorized as a vegetarian (:

My friend a vegetarian doesnt like the idea of pescatarianism....she always says "i wont eat anything with a face"

some eat fish and poultry but my rule is that if the food was once living, breathing,and/or has a face I won't eat it.

No, vegetarians don't eat fish, they consider it meat.

Vegetarians DONT eat meat

Some vegetarians beleive that fish do not have feelings or souls therefore it is not cruel to eat fish. On the other hand I think if your going to eat any form of living thing or once living that would be kinda be against the point

No, vegetarians do not eat fish. The error that vegetarian would sometimes eat fish comes probably from the christian fasting restrictions. "Vegetarianism is the practice of a diet that excludes all animal flesh, including poultry, game, fish, shellfish or crustacea, and slaughter by-products. The reasons for choosing vegetarianism may be related to morality, religion, culture, ethics, aesthetics, environment, society, economy, politics, taste, or health. There are several variants of the diet, some of which also exclude eggs and/or some products produced from animal labor such as dairy products and honey. Veganism, for example, excludes all animal products from diet. By some strict definitions, animal products are not used for attire either, whether or not the production of clothing or items has directly involved the actual death of an animal (dairy, eggs, honey, wool, silk, down feathers, etc.) A generic term for both vegetarianism and veganism, as well as for similar diets, is "Plant-based diets". Properly planned vegetarian diets have been found to satisfy the nutritional needs for all stages of life, and large-scale studies have shown vegetarianism to increase longevity, improve health, and significantly lower risks of cancer and other diseases." "Semi-vegetarian diets: [those diets are *not* vegetarian] Semi-vegetarian diets are diets that primarily consist of vegetarian foods, but make exceptions for some non-vegetarian foods. These diets may be followed by those who choose to reduce the amount of animal flesh consumed, or sometimes as a way of transitioning to a vegetarian diet. These terms are neologisms based on the word "vegetarian". They may be regarded with contention by strict vegetarians, as they conflate terms for vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets. Semi-vegetarianism — A diet in which the only animal flesh consumed is seafood and/or poultry, in limited amounts. Pescetarianism — A diet in which the only animals consumed are fish or other seafood. Pollotarianism — A diet in which the only animals consumed are fowl and poultry. Flexitarianism — A diet that consists primarily of vegetarian food, but that allows occasional exceptions." Source and further information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vegetarian

When I first became a vegitarian i would eat fish as my primary source of "meat". I beleived that this way, at least fish were generally being pulled from their natural enviorments rather than being subjected to cruel land cages while people cruelly pre-meditated their deaths. My views have changed since then and I have obstained from all living creatures completely. However, I would like to remind all of you that this is merely a transtitional faze for all people who use to consume beef, pork, poultry on a regular basis. They will come around just as I have, so try not to be to critical.

Vegetarians do not eat fish for the same reasons that they don't eat other animals. "...regarding the ability to feel pain, fish are equal to dogs, cats, and all other animals. Dr. Donald Broom, scientific advisor to the British government, explains, "The scientific literature is quite clear. Anatomically, physiologically and biologically, the pain system in fish is virtually the same as in birds and mammals." http://www.fishinghurts.com/FishFeelPain.asp

I'm not a veggie but i will absolutely eat anything that's put in front of me. =D

I'm not a vegetarian anymore, but I did eat fish during the few months that I was.

No. Some vegetarians claim to be 'pescatarians' and eat fish, but i think its a bit stupid. DO they think fish dont count as sentient beings...or what?

No, a vegetarian doesn't eat any animal flesh.

You can be a semi-vegetarian and still eat fish.

Strict vegetarians won't eat anything that once had blood running through it. Fish would classify as such. However, vegans won't eat anything made with animal products at all. I know you didn't ask for a distinction between the two, but sometimes it's important to see the difference to understand the lifestyle. Hope this helps.

Vegetarianism is not like faking virginity.Telling that my seal is intact though being pounded every day.It's just like not loosing virginity with daily dose of intense hammering.

Yes, my BFF is a vegetarian and thinks meat is nasty but she LOVES fish.

I would say that you have a vegetarian diet; however, you will eat seafood. I mean if your a vegetarian and you cheat and have a piece of meat, " how long would you have to go without meat to really consider yourself a vegetarian again? So yes I'd say your a vegetarian most of the time, its not like you eat fish everysingle day, meaning most often you live the lifestyle of a vegetarian. And a greater portion of your life is meatless.

If you want to follow the rules you are just wanting to follow a trend or fashion. Vegetarian is a minority diet - nothing wrong with it, but if you are chosing your own diet then why not make your own rules? Do you find fish too meaty for you or not?