albacore
1. [ noun ] (chemistry,food) relatively small tuna with choice white flesh; major source of canned tuna
Related terms: tuna
2. [ noun ] (zoology) 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: Thunnus_alalunga long-fin_tunny
Related terms: tuna
Similar spelling:   Allebach