sailfish

• Peixe marinho pelágico grande e veloz, de corpo alongado, mandíbula superior prolongada em forma de bico e uma grande vela dorsal; sua carne é magra e muito apreciada na pesca esportiva e comercial.

A large, fast saltwater game fish with a distinctive elongated upper jaw and a long dorsal fin resembling a sail, known for its lean flesh.

1. Saltwater fish with lean fleshB2formal

   A type of saltwater fish known for its lean, edible meat.

   Peixe-vela

   • Sailfish is often grilled or seared for its delicate flavor.
   • The restaurant serves a delicious sailfish steak.
   • Fishermen prize sailfish for both sport and its lean flesh.

2. Large pelagic game fishB2formal

   A large, fast ocean fish with an elongated upper jaw and a long, sail-like dorsal fin, popular in sport fishing.

   Peixe-vela

   • The sailfish leaped out of the water, showing off its impressive dorsal fin.
   • Anglers travel to tropical waters to catch sailfish.
   • Sailfish are among the fastest fish in the ocean.