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bannerfish.

A large sailfish of the species Istiophorus platypterus, of the swordfish family, with a broad banner-like dorsal fin.

10 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A large sailfish of the species Istiophorus platypterus, of the swordfish family, with a broad banner-like dorsal fin.

  2. Any of several species of butterflyfish in the genus Heniochus (order Chaetodontiformes) that superficially resemble the Moorish idol (Zanclus cornutus, order Acanthuriformes), though not closely related.

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From banner + fish.

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