English dictionary
spearfish
/'sp/i/r,f/I//S/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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any of several large vigorous pelagic fishes resembling sailfishes but with first dorsal fin much reduced; worldwide but rare
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A large and powerful fish (<i>Tetrapturus albidus</i>) related to the swordfish, but having scales and ventral fins. It is found on the American coast and the Mediterranean.
Source: webster1913