atlantic sailfish

noun

Meaning

A large predatory fish found in tropical and temperate Atlantic waters, known for its elongated upper jaw and a prominent, fan-shaped dorsal fin.

Examples

  • The Atlantic sailfish is widely considered one of the fastest swimming fish in the ocean.
  • Sport fishermen often travel to Florida to catch an Atlantic sailfish during the migration season.

Synonyms: sailfish, Istiophorus albicans