bannerfish en · NOUN
Etymology
From banner + fish.
Meanings
- A large sailfish of the species Istiophorus platypterus, of the swordfish family, with a broad banner-like dorsal fin.
- 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.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bannerfishes | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| bannerfish | Number=Plur | lexicographic |