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Word Forms of “Swordfish”
A big fish with a long sword-shaped nose used to catch other fish.
Word Family of Swordfish
What is the noun of swordfish? — swordfish
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The fisherman caught a swordfish off the coast. A2
- Swordfish use their bill to injure or kill prey. B1
- Unlike marlin, swordfish have a flattened rather than rounded bill. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Swordfish
From sword + fish, referring to the blade-like snout.
Swordfish are prized game fish and are found in tropical and temperate oceans worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Swordfish
What are the word forms of “swordfish”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “swordfish”?
“swordfish” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “swordfish” come from?
From sword + fish, referring to the blade-like snout.