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Marlin Definition & Meaning

marlin
noun
  1. large long-jawed oceanic sport fishes; related to sailfishes and spearfishes; not completely cold-blooded i.e. able to warm their brains and eyes

"Marlin" in song lyrics

See how marlin is used in real songs:

  • "Big gun ba-bulgin out de sprawlin Marlin"
    Nine f/ Bounty Killer — Warrior
  • "Well my gun ba-bulgin out de sprawlin Marlin"
    Nine f/ Bounty Killer — Warrior
  • "purple marlin"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "marlin"

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Frequently asked questions

What does marlin mean?
large long-jawed oceanic sport fishes; related to sailfishes and spearfishes; not completely cold-blooded i.e. able to warm their brains and eyes
What part of speech is marlin?
Marlin is a noun.

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