albacore
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(noun) large pelagic tuna the source of most canned tuna; reaches 93 pounds and has long pectoral fins; found worldwide in tropical and temperate waters |
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Synonyms: Thunnus alalunga, long-fin tunny |
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Related Words: tuna, tunny |
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(noun) relatively small tuna with choice white flesh; major source of canned tuna |
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Related Words: tuna, tuna fish, tunny |
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