bannerfish

English

noun
Definitions
  • A large fish of the genus , of the swordfish family, with a broad banner-like dorsal fin; the sailfish.

Etymology

Compound from English banner + English fish (get hold of an object).

Origin

English

fish

Gloss

get hold of an object

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