Meaning of the word billfish in English
What does billfish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
billfish
US /ˈbɪlˌfɪʃ/
UK /ˈbɪlˌfɪʃ/
Noun
a large marine fish of the family Istiophoridae or Xiphiidae, having a long, pointed snout (bill) and including marlins, sailfish, and swordfish
Example:
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The angler reeled in a magnificent billfish after a long struggle.
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Many anglers travel to tropical waters to catch large billfish.