Tuna: meaning, definitions and examples

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tuna

 

[ หˆtuหnษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food item

Tuna refers to a group of large saltwater fish known for their streamlined bodies and importance as a food source. They are commonly found in warm seas and are highly valued for their meat, which is consumed fresh, canned, or dry.

Synonyms

scombrid, tunny

Examples of usage

  • I had a delicious tuna salad for lunch.
  • We caught a huge tuna during our fishing trip.
  • Canned tuna is a popular pantry staple.
  • Tuna sashimi is a favorite dish in Japanese cuisine.
Context #2 | Noun

fishing

In the context of fishing, tuna refers to various species that are highly sought after because of their size and strength. Anglers often target them for sport and commercial purposes.

Synonyms

big game, game fish

Examples of usage

  • He went deep-sea fishing for tuna.
  • Tuna tournaments attract many skilled anglers.
  • The charter boat specializes in tuna fishing trips.

Translations

Translations of the word "tuna" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น atum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Thunfisch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ikan tuna

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ัƒะฝะตั†ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tuล„czyk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใ‚ฐใƒญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท thon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ atรบn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ton balฤฑฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐธ์น˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูˆู†ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tuลˆรกk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tuniak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้‡‘ๆžช้ฑผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tuna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tunfiskur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ัƒะฝะตั†

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒฃแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ton balฤฑฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ atรบn

Etymology

The word 'tuna' has its origins in the 18th century, derived from the Spanish word 'atรบn,' which comes from the Arabic 'ุชูู†ุจูู‚' (tunbลซq). The term has evolved within various cultures that have historically engaged in fishing practices, particularly in Mediterranean and coastal regions where tuna species were abundant. The popularity of tuna in cuisine quickly spread across the globe, leading to its significant role in both culinary and economic contexts. As fishing techniques improved, the term became synonymous with not only the fish itself but also related culinary dishes like sashimi and sushi, and methods of preservation like canning. Today, tuna not only signifies a popular food choice but also raises discussions on sustainability and overfishing due to the high demand for this prized fish.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,354, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.