squaretail

/ˈskwɛərˌteɪl/
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Definitions of squaretail
  1. noun
    sluggish square-tailed fish armored with tough bony scales; of deep warm waters
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    type of:
    scombroid, scombroid fish
    important marine food and game fishes found in all tropical and temperate seas; some are at least partially endothermic and can thrive in colder waters
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