tuna — a large sea fish that is widely used as food
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a large sea fish that is widely used as food
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtuːnə/
Example Sentences
- He caught a massive tuna that was bigger than himself.
- This tuna sashimi melts in your mouth like butter.
- The cat went crazy when it smelled the tuna can opening.
tuna
NOUN[/ˈtuːnə/]
a large sea fish that is widely used as food
a large sea fish that is widely used as food
Under bright luna, blessed tuna brings fortuna!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Spanish 'atún', which comes from Arabic 'at-tun'. This fish, long a vital catch in Mediterranean fisheries, had its name transmitted into European languages through Spanish contact with Arabic-speaking regions.
Breakdown
at- (Arabic definite article) + tun (tuna fish). The Arabic term 'at-tun' literally means 'the tuna', with the definite article 'at-' prefixed to the root 'tun'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He caught a massive tuna that was bigger than himself.”
“This tuna sashimi melts in your mouth like butter.”
“The cat went crazy when it smelled the tuna can opening.”
“My diet consists mainly of tuna, rice, and my tears.”
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