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blackfish

/ˈblækˌfɪʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does blackfish mean?

noun

A blackfish is a common name for several species of fish, including the black drum and the black sea bass. It is also known as a colloquialism for the orca, or killer whale.

Example

"The blackfish swam quickly through the coral reef."

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