convergence of ocean currents; tidal front
Refers to the boundary where two ocean currents meet, often a warm and a cold current; a place where fish may gather. Also written as 潮目.
See also: 潮目
The convergence of ocean currents is known as a good fishing ground.
attractive glance
Archaic expression for a seductive or alluring look; no longer in common use.
In classical literature, 潮の目 can refer to a seductive glance.
Compound of 潮 (tide, current) and 目 (eye, point). The exact historical derivation is uncertain; the spelling is conventionally associated with the meeting point of currents.