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Definition of ladyfish

ladyfish

/ˈleɪ.di.fɪʃ/
la · dy · fish
Plural:ladyfish
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ladyfish Lexical Profile

ladyfish Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American A slender, silvery marine coastal fish (genus Elops, especially Elops saurus) found in tropical and subtropical waters, highly regarded by anglers for its energetic, acrobatic leaps when hooked, though generally not eaten due to its bony flesh.

Example

"The angler was thrilled by the aggressive strike and high-flying leaps of the ladyfish on the end of his line."

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• Nearby Words

lady's mantle
lady's slipper
ladybug
ladyfish
laelia
lafayette
lagerstroemia

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from 'lady' + 'fish', likely referencing the fish's slender, graceful shape and bright, silvery appearance in the water.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ladyfish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ladyfish
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