What does TUNAS mean?

Parts of Speech

tunas is a noun.

Definitions

• a large marine food and game fish with dark blue-black upper parts and yellow or silvery lower parts, found worldwide in warm seas.
• the flesh of the tuna, used as food.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈtu·nəz/
• UK: /ˈtjuː.nəz/

Origin and Usage

The word tunas comes from the Spanish word "atún." Tunas are a popular food fish and are often used in sushi and other dishes. They are also a popular game fish and are sought after by sport fishermen. Tunas are found in warm seas worldwide and are often caught by commercial fishing boats.

Synonyms

• tuna fish
• albacore
• bluefin
• yellowfin

Related Words

• tunas
• tubas
• sauna
• lunas
• ruins

Example Sentences

• She ordered a tuna salad for lunch.
• The fishermen caught several large tunas on their trip.
• He enjoys fishing for bluefin tuna.