marlin
The origin and history of marlin.
Etymology
Shortened from marlinspike, a pointed tool used in ropework, because of the fish's similarly pointed snout.
The origin and history of marlin.
Shortened from marlinspike, a pointed tool used in ropework, because of the fish's similarly pointed snout.
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