spearfish

• Substantivo que designa qualquer um de vários peixes pelágicos grandes e energéticos, semelhantes aos peixes-vela, mas com o primeiro espinho dorsal muito reduzido; ocorrem em todo o mundo, porém são raros.

A noun referring to any of several large, vigorous pelagic fishes that resemble sailfishes but have a much reduced first dorsal fin; found worldwide but rare.

plural irregular

1. Large pelagic fishC1formal

   Any of several large, vigorous, predatory fish resembling sailfish, characterized by a much reduced first dorsal fin; found in warm and temperate oceans worldwide but relatively rare.

   Grande peixe pelágico

   • The spearfish is known for its incredible speed and agility in the water.
   • Anglers often travel great distances hoping to catch a spearfish.
   • Marine biologists study the migration patterns of the spearfish.