Definition

Noun 1. A large, fast-swimming pelagic fish: A type of saltwater game fish known for its speed and distinctive, sail-like dorsal fin. 2. The flesh of this fish as food: The lean meat from the sailfish, considered edible.

Usage

The word "sailfish" is used to refer to the living marine animal, typically in contexts of sport fishing, marine biology, or culinary discussion. * As a subject or object: The sailfish is one of the ocean's fastest swimmers. * In a culinary context: The menu featured grilled sailfish.

Examples

• Anglers travel from around the world to catch a sailfish off the coast of Florida.
• The sailfish uses its long, spear-like upper jaw to stun smaller fish.
• We saw a sailfish leap completely out of the water, its magnificent dorsal fin fully extended.
• Sailfish is a popular catch-and-release species due to conservation efforts.

Advanced Usage

• "To hook a sailfish": To successfully catch a sailfish on a fishing line.
  • It took him over an hour to fight and finally hook the sailfish.
• "Sailfish waters": Geographic areas known for sailfish populations.
  • The boat headed out to the deep sailfish waters.

Variants and Related Words

• Billfish (n): A broader family of predatory fish characterized by long, pointed bills, which includes sailfish, marlin, and swordfish.
• Istiophorus (n): The scientific genus name for sailfish.

Synonyms

• Game fish (n): A fish pursued for sport by anglers. (This is a broader category that includes sailfish.)
• Pelagic fish (n): A fish that lives in the open sea, away from the coast and the sea floor.

Related Phrases

• Sail-like dorsal fin: The most defining physical characteristic of the fish, often used in its description.
  • It was identified by its spectacular sail-like dorsal fin.

Noun

1. large pelagic game fish having an elongated upper jaw and long dorsal fin that resembles a sail
2. a saltwater fish with lean flesh