swordfish

noun

sword·​fish ˈsȯrd-ˌfish 

: a very large scombroid fish (Xiphias gladius of the family Xiphiidae) that has a long swordlike beak formed by the bones of the upper jaw and is an important food and game fish

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Examples of swordfish in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Think beau sels oysters, salted fish croquettes, roasted swordfish and pizzas topped with lobster, tomatoes and stracciatella. — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026

For main courses halibut, branzino and swordfish are prepared in a variety of ways, and lamb chops and a traditional strip steak are also on offer. — Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026

But Struble also cautioned consumers to be mindful of mercury levels in some wild fish, including bigeye tuna and swordfish. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026

The medieval hilltop town has plentiful accommodation options, along with charming seafood spots and wine bars serving local swordfish and crisp Sardinian whites. — Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for swordfish

• bluefish
• catfish
• codfish
• crawfish
• dogfish
• finfish
• flatfish
• goldfish
• groundfish
• kingfish
• offish
• redfish

Kids Definition

swordfish

noun

sword·​fish -ˌfish 

: a very large ocean fish that has a long swordlike beak formed by the bones of the upper jaw and is an important food and game fish