swordfish

[ sawrd-fish, sohrd- ]

/ ˈsɔrdˌfɪʃ, ˈsoʊrd- /

a large, marine food fish, Xiphias gladius, having the upper jaw elongated into a swordlike structure.

(initial capital letter) Astronomy. the constellation Dorado.

Origin of swordfish

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at sword, fish

Both she and the president, casually dressed in khakis and rolled-up shirt sleeves, had swordfish and salad.

Are You There, Recipient? It’s Me, Barack |Allison Yarrow |April 6, 2012 |DAILY BEAST
I absolutely love the assertiveness of olives and capers, especially when paired with a meaty fish like swordfish.

Fresh Picks |Donatella Arpaia |August 11, 2009 |DAILY BEAST
The swordfish and others frequently attack the whale with the utmost audacity.

Torrey's Narrative |William Torrey
It was a thrust—not a throw—and the muscular strength behind the blow caused the steel to pierce the thick skin of the swordfish.

The Boy With the U. S. Fisheries |Francis Rolt-Wheeler

The helm answered, the boat swung, and the swordfish missed hitting us square.

Tales of Fishes |Zane Grey
Swordfish had been reported off Monhegan; in fact Captain Field had brought in a modest-sized one only the day before.

Witches Cove |Roy J. Snell
One of the most exciting was this encounter with a swordfish, which he relates in a delightful manner.

Story Hour Readings: Seventh Year |E.C. Hartwell

swordfish

/ (ˈsɔːdˌfɪʃ) /

a large scombroid fish, Xiphias gladius, with a very long upper jaw: valued as a food and game fish: family Xiphiidae