Definition

Noun A very large species of billfish (a type of marine fish) found in the Pacific Ocean, known for its significant size and as a target for sport fishing. It is capable of reaching weights of approximately 1000 pounds (about 450 kilograms).

Usage

This term is used specifically in the contexts of marine biology, ichthyology (the study of fish), and sport fishing. It refers to the fish species itself. * The makaira marlina is a powerful swimmer, highly prized by deep-sea anglers. * Researchers are studying the migration patterns of makaira marlina.

Advanced Usage

• The scientific name is used in formal taxonomic classification. The genus is and the species is .

Variants and Related Words

• Blue Marlin: This is the common name for .
• Marlin: A more general term for fish in the family Istiophoridae, which includes the blue marlin, striped marlin, and white marlin.
• Billfish: The broader biological family that includes marlins, sailfish, and swordfish, all characterized by a long, spear-like bill.

Synonyms

• Blue marlin
• Pacific blue marlin

Different Meanings

This term has only one specific meaning as a proper noun referring to a particular species of fish. It is not used idiomatically or in phrasal verbs.

Noun

1. large game fish in the Pacific Ocean; may reach 1000 pounds