Definition of swordfish
: 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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15th Century
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15th century
SWORDFISH Defined for English Language Learners
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: a very large fish that lives in the ocean, that has a long, pointed upper jaw which looks like a sword, and that is eaten as food
SWORDFISH Defined for Kids
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: a large ocean fish that has a long pointed bill formed by the bones of the upper jaw and is often used for food
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