mar‧lin /ˈmɑːlən, ˈmɑːlɪn $ ˈmɑːr-/
noun (
plural marlin)
[countable][
Date: 1900-2000;
Origin: marlinspike 'pointed metal tool for separating the threads of rope' (17-21 centuries); because of its long sharp nose]
a large sea fish with a long sharp nose, which people hunt for sport
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