makaira

Thân thiện

A fisherman holds a makaira by its bill.

Definition

Noun 1. A genus of large marine fish: "Makaira" is the scientific genus name for marlins, which are large, fast-swimming, predatory fish characterized by their elongated bodies and spear-like snouts (bills). They are highly valued in sport fishing.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Makaira nigricans, or blue marlin, is one of the largest bony fish in the world.
  • Anglers travel great distances to catch a member of the genus Makaira.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific/biological contexts: The term "Makaira" is used almost exclusively in taxonomy and scientific literature to classify and discuss these specific fish.
  • The study focused on the migratory patterns of species within Makaira.

Variants and Related Words

• Marlin (n): The common name for fish of the genus and related genera.
  • He caught a magnificent marlin.
• Spearfish (n): A common name for some related billfish.
• Billfish (n): A broader category of predatory fish with long bills, including marlins, sailfish, and swordfish.

Synonyms

• Marlin: The direct common name equivalent.
• Billfish: A broader synonym that includes similar species.

Related Phrases

• No specific idioms or phrasal verbs are commonly associated with the specialized scientific term "Makaira."

Học thuật

Noun

1. marlins

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Makaira
• genus Makaira