yellowfin tuna

• Eine Thunfischart (Thunnus albacares), die in tropischen und subtropischen Ozeanen weltweit vorkommt und an ihren gelben Flossen zu erkennen ist; kulinarisch bedeutend, besonders für Sushi und Sashimi.

A species of tuna (Thunnus albacares) found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide, known for its yellow fins and use in cooking, especially for sushi and sashimi.

1. Type of fishB1formal

   A species of tuna (Thunnus albacares) with distinctive yellow fins, commonly used in cooking.

   Gelbflossen-Thunfisch

   • Yellowfin tuna is often used in sushi and sashimi.
   • The chef grilled a fresh yellowfin tuna steak.
   • Yellowfin tuna is a popular choice for canned tuna.

2. Game fishB2informal

   A highly prized sport fish known for its speed and strength, caught by anglers.

   Speisefisch

   • He caught a massive yellowfin tuna while deep-sea fishing.
   • Yellowfin tuna are known for their powerful fights.
   • The tournament winner landed a 200-pound yellowfin tuna.