Albacore: meaning, definitions and examples

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albacore

 

[ หˆรฆl.bษ™.kษ”หr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fish species

Albacore refers to a species of tuna known scientifically as Thunnus alalunga. This fish is recognized for its long pectoral fins and is commonly found in warm waters of the oceans worldwide. Albacore is highly valued for its quality meat, which is often used in sushi and canned tuna products. The name albacore is particularly associated with the type of tuna that boasts a higher fat content, making it a delicacy among seafood lovers.

Synonyms

Thunnus alalunga, longfin tuna.

Examples of usage

  • The chef prepared a delicious albacore sashimi.
  • Canned albacore tuna is a great source of protein.
  • We caught several albacore during our fishing trip.
  • Albacore fishing peaks during the summer months.

Translations

Translations of the word "albacore" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น albacora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฒเคฌเค•เฅ‹เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Albacore

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ albacore

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะปะฑะฐะบะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ albakor

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒซใƒใ‚ณใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท albacore

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ albacora

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท albacore

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•Œ๋ฐ”์ฝ”์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู„ุจุงูƒูˆุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ albakor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ albakor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้•ฟ้ณ้‡‘ๆžช้ฑผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ albacore

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ albacore

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะปะฑะฐะบะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒšแƒ‘แƒแƒ™แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ albacore

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ albacora

Etymology

The word 'albacore' traces its origins to the Spanish term 'albacora', which itself may derive from the Arabic 'al-bakoura'. This suggests a historical link with the Mediterranean fishing traditions. Albacore tuna became increasingly recognized in culinary contexts throughout the late 19th and early 20th century, especially as canning technology advanced. The fish's popularity surged with the rise of sushi bars and a growing awareness of the health benefits of seafood in Western diets. In addition, the albacore tuna has been the focus of various fisheries management efforts to ensure sustainable populations, highlighting its ecological importance. The name has since become a staple in the sea-food industry, representing both a specific species and a premium product in various markets worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,924 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.