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Definition of tilefish

tilefish

/ˈtaɪl.fɪʃ/
tile · fish
Plural:tilefishes
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• noun

1

Any of several marine food fishes of the family Malacanthidae, especially a brightly colored, bottom-dwelling species native to the deep waters of the western Atlantic Ocean.

Example

"Because of its firm texture and sweet flavor, the pan-seared tilefish is highly prized by coastal chefs."

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• Rhymes for tilefish

• Nearby Words

tilburg
tilde
tile
tilefish
tiler
tilia
tiling

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century, likely referring to the fish's bright, intricately patterned skin that resembles colorful ceramic tiles.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tilefish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tilefish
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