1. a large marine fish with an elongated, spear-like upper jaw, related to marlins and sailfish

1. to fish using a spear or spear gun, typically underwater

Examples

• The spearfish leaped out of the water during the fight.
• Commercial fishermen often catch spearfish in deep ocean waters.
• He learned to spearfish during his vacation in Hawaii.
• The diver managed to spearfish several large grouper.
• Spearfish are prized by sport fishermen for their size and fighting ability.
• She prefers to spearfish rather than use traditional fishing methods.
• The spearfish’s bill can grow up to three feet long.