Thunnus alalunga

Definitions of Thunnus alalunga
  1. 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
    synonyms: albacore, long-fin tunny
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    tuna, tunny
    any very large marine food and game fish of the genus Thunnus; related to mackerel; chiefly of warm waters
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