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Meaning of ALBACORE

Pronunciation:  'albu`kowr

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  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. [n]  relatively small tuna with choice white flesh; major source of canned tuna
 
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 Synonyms: long-fin tunny, Thunnus alalunga
 
 See Also: albacore, albacore, long-fin tunny, Thunnus alalunga, tuna, tuna, tuna fish, tunny, tunny

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Al"ba*core\, n. (Zo["o]l.)
See {Albicore}.
 
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