Albacore definition

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noun

(1) Large pelagic tuna the source of most canned tuna; reaches 93 pounds and has long pectoral fins; found worldwide in tropical and temperate waters

(2) Relatively small tuna with choice white flesh; major source of canned tuna

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Etymology

From Portuguese albacor, from Arabic (al-bakūra, "the young camels").

Noun

A large marine fish Thunnus alalunga of warm seas, having edible flesh