Sailfish
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈseɪlˌfɪʃ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sailfish is a noun meaning A fish of the genus Istiophorus, having a characteristic sail-like fin on its back.
Meaning
A fish of the genus Istiophorus, having a characteristic sail-like fin on its back.
More Meanings
- The basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus).
- The quillback (Carpiodes cyprinus).
Word Forms
- sailfishes
Synonyms for sailfish
Depending on context, synonyms include boohoo.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bannerfish, sailfin, sail, billfish, istiophorid, spotfin.
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