Meaning of albacore in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈælbəˌkɔr/

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  1. Noun

    albacore

    Etymology

    late 16th century: from Portuguese albacora, from Arabic al-bakūra, perhaps from al‘the’ + bakūr‘premature, precocious’

    Definitions

    1. relatively small tuna with choice white flesh

    Examples

    • « major source of canned tuna »
  2. 2. large pelagic tuna the source of most canned tuna

    Examples

    • « reaches 93 pounds and has long pectoral fins »
    • « found worldwide in tropical and temperate waters »

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