tuna
noun
Simple meaning
A large sea fish that is often eaten.
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈtunə
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Definition
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noun
The edible flesh of the tuna.
Important warm-water fatty fish of the genus Thunnus of the family Scombridae; usually served as steaks
Any of several species of fish of the genus Thunnus in the family Scombridae.
Tropical American prickly pear of Jamaica
The fruit of the cactus.
Various towns and (historical) former settlements in Sweden.
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Sense: edible flesh of the tuna
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