Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

blue marlin

American  

noun

  1. a large marlin, Makaira nigricans, occurring worldwide in warm and temperate seas, highly prized in sportfishing and as a food fish.


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Mr. Rivera proudly showed off the spear of a six-foot blue marlin he had once caught.

From New York Times

Suddenly, I look down and see this blue marlin racing up from the depth.

From The Guardian

Now, Myers’ catch is the blue marlin category leader for the fishing competition.

From Fox News

Jordan’s boat had been in fifth place until a boat came in later Tuesday with a 450lb blue marlin.

From The Guardian

Jordan’s blue marlin weighed 442.3 pounds, good enough for sixth place at the moment.

From Los Angeles Times