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mackerel

/ˈmæk.ər.əl/

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noun

/ˈmæk.ər.əl/B2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее вид рыбы, а именно жирную атлантическую рыбу или любую рыбу из семейства скумбриевых, часто используемую в пищу.

A noun referring to a type of fish, specifically a fatty Atlantic fish or any fish of the family Scombridae, often used for its flesh.

irregular plural

  1. A type of fishA2formal

    A common, often small, oily fish found in the Atlantic Ocean, known for its rich flavor and nutritional value.

    ruСкумбрия

    • We grilled fresh mackerel for dinner.
    • Mackerel is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids.
    • The fisherman caught several mackerel this morning.
  2. Any fish of the Scombridae familyB1formal

    A broader term for various fish species belonging to the family Scombridae, which includes tuna and bonito.

    ruСкумбриевые

    • The Spanish mackerel is a popular game fish.
    • Mackerel species are found in temperate and tropical seas.
    • Scientists study the migration patterns of mackerel.

    Synonymsscombroid

Forms
  • mackerel plural form
  • mackerels plural form
  • mackerels' possessive plural form
  • mackerel's possessive singular form