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blue marlin

American  

noun

  1. a large marlin, Makaira nigricans, occurring worldwide in warm and temperate seas, highly prized in sportfishing and as a food fish.


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Mr. Rivera proudly showed off the spear of a six-foot blue marlin he had once caught.

From New York Times

A blue marlin fishing tournament is a spectacle to behold, and potentially a windfall.

From The Guardian

Now, Myers’ catch is the blue marlin category leader for the fishing competition.

From Fox News

Jordan’s boat had been in fifth place until a boat came in later Tuesday with a 450lb blue marlin.

From The Guardian

Jordan’s blue marlin weighed 442.3 pounds, good enough for sixth place at the moment.

From Los Angeles Times