Sailfish (Noun)
Meaning 1
Large pelagic game fish having an elongated upper jaw and long dorsal fin that resembles a sail.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The annual sailfish tournament is a popular event among game fishermen in the coastal town.
- Sailfish are a prized catch due to their impressive fighting ability and acrobatic leaps.
- Offshore anglers often target sailfish during the peak summer months when they congregate near the reef.
- The sailfish put up an impressive battle, leaping and spitting as it tried to break free from the hook.
- Researchers have been studying the migratory patterns of sailfish in an effort to better conserve their populations.